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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Listen now'The Reaction' podcast: Post-match analysis from Liverpool 2-1 Wolves. Listen to the latest 'The Reaction' podcast for interviews, analysis and more following Liverpool's 2-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at Anfield.
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ReactionVirgil van Dijk: You have to find a way to win - that's important. Virgil van Dijk was left pleased with Liverpool's battling qualities as they secured a 2-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday.
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Programme notesVirgil van Dijk: Let's finish the year on a high. Virgil van Dijk has called on Liverpool to 'finish the year on a high' when they face Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday.
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NewsVirgil van Dijk named in The Best FIFA Men's 11 for 2025. Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has been named in The Best FIFA Men's 11 for 2025.
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NewsVirgil van Dijk: It's all about being consistent now. Virgil van Dijk underscored the importance of maintaining consistency after back-to-back wins for Liverpool last week.
