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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NewsVirgil van Dijk named in FIFPRO World11 for fourth time. Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has been named in the FIFPRO Men’s World11 for 2024.
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NewsVirgil van Dijk nominated for 2024 FIFPRO World11. Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has been nominated for the 2024 FIFPRO Men’s World11.
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Reaction'A great day' - Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk assess Liverpool 2-0 Man City. Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk reflected on ‘a great day’ after Liverpool beat Manchester City to go nine points clear in the Premier League.
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Programme notesVirgil van Dijk: Everything is based on hard work, humility and focus. Virgil van Dijk considers ‘hard work, humility and focus’ the foundation of Liverpool’s strong season so far, with the challenge of the champions next up.
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NewsVirgil van Dijk picks favourite LFC memories against Manchester City. Virgil van Dijk has picked out his favourite memories against Manchester City ahead of Liverpool’s latest clash with their Premier League rivals.
