Virgil van Dijk, defender - Liverpool FC
Virgil van Dijk has established himself as one of the finest defenders in world football since joining Liverpool FC in January 2018 and is now club captain.
The powerful Netherlands international, who combines a graceful reading of the game with a dominant physical skillset, has helped the Reds lift a host of the biggest trophies available to date.
He played every single minute of the 2019-20 Premier League campaign as Liverpool gloriously and emphatically ended their wait for the title with a club-record 99 points.
A constantly imposing presence in the back line, Van Dijk also weighed in with five goals, including a vital double against Brighton & Hove Albion and the opener past Manchester United at Anfield.
The historic season also saw the UEFA Super Cup an...
Date of birth
8 July 1991
Nationality
Dutch
Honours
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Press conferenceVirgil van Dijk's title reaction: 'Soak it all in - we fulfilled a big dream'. Virgil van Dijk encouraged everyone connected with Liverpool to be proud and ‘soak it all in’ as he reacted to winning a second Premier League title.
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FeatureLiverpool's title-winning captains: Virgil van Dijk follows footsteps of 10 men. Virgil van Dijk has joined an exclusive club as Liverpool’s latest title-winning captain.
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Quotes'An incredible feeling' - Liverpool players' reaction after sealing Premier League title at Anfield. Read a round-up of player reaction after Liverpool sealed the Premier League title at Anfield.
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Programme notes'One more push' - Virgil van Dijk's message ahead of Liverpool v Tottenham. Dreams can come true at Anfield on Sunday and Virgil van Dijk is determined to make sure they do.
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NewsVirgil van Dijk: It's a big opportunity - we have to be ready to finish the job. Virgil van Dijk has described his emotions and focus ahead of a week that could see Liverpool confirmed as Premier League champions.
