MAY 22 • GOAL.COM
VIRGIL VAN DIJK #4 - DEFENDER - LIVERPOOL
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Virgil van Dijk's successor? Liverpool join Real Madrid & PSG in transfer pursuit of rising Lille star Leny Yoro | Goal.com US Liverpool have identified Virgil van Dijk's potential successor as they join the race to sign Lille defender Leny Yoro.
Excellent once more van Dijk recorded five shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 win over Wolverhampton.
Impact van Dijk is the best defender in England and he showed that with another indomitable campaign in central defense. He played more than 32 matches once more, as he has in all but one season with Liverpool. The center-back also made 142 clearances and 40 tackles while adding a pair of goals and assists and captaining the side.
MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE
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MAY 9 • SKY.COM
Starting against Spurs van Dijk (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Tottenham.
Impact van Dijk is good to go after dealing with a knock in the buildup to Sunday's match. The defender starts his 11th consecutive match across all competitions.
MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Uncertain Sunday Van Dijk is a doubt for Sunday's clash with Tottenham, according to manager Jurgen Klopp. "Virgil wasn't the whole week yet, probably part of parts of team training today. So we ha...
Impact Van Dijk missed training throughout the week and is now in doubt for Sunday's match. The defender is one of the most crucial pieces of the starting XI and would be a major loss if ruled out for Sunday's match. Still Liverpool don't have much left to play for so Van Dijk might not be rushed back from whatever is ailing him.
MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE
Virgil van Dijk to Bayern Munich?! Shock report claims Bundesliga giants have made transfer enquiry for Liverpool star - but he also has offer on table from Saudi Arabia | Goal.com US Bayern Munich are eyeing a move for Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk who also has an offer from Saudi Arabia.
MAY 1 • GOAL.COM
Four shots in loss van Dijk generated four shots (zero on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Crystal Palace.
Impact van Dijk was simply desperate to try and restore parity during Sunday's clash, taking some shots from range but failing to put them on target. The center-back finally came up short while trying to bail out the team. Still he remains one of the best in the Premier League, and Liverpool will continue to have great clean sheet chances in most matches.
APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE
'It's gonna be horrible' - Virgil van Dijk 'dreading' Jurgen Klopp's final day at Liverpool as star defender drops his own future bombshell | Goal.com US Virgil van Dijk admitted that Jurgen Klopp's final day at Liverpool is going to be "horrible" as the defender also dropped his own future bo...
APRIL 3 • GOAL.COM
Mo Salah, Kevin de Bruyne among EPL stars reportedly eyed by Saudi Pro League
Several Saudi Pro League teams are expected to make a run at some of the top Premier League stars this offseason, including Mo Salah and Kev...FEBRUARY 28
Ref Watch: Dermot Gallagher reveals why Virgil van Dijk goal for Liverpool in Carabao Cup final was ruled out Former Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher gives his verdict on the big decisions from the Carabao Cup final and the weekends Premier Le...
FEBRUARY 26 • SKY.COM
Nets rare goal Van Dijk scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Wednesday's 4-1 victory against Luton Town.
Impact Van Dijk stepped up in a huge way during Wednesday's win, netting the equalizer early in the second half. The center-back has been back to his brilliant best of late and is dragging Liverpool deep into the title race. van Dijk will continue to be one of the absolute most important parts of the first team during a title race that seems set to go down to the wire.
FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE
Costly error Sunday Van Dijk generated one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 3-1 loss to Arsenal.
Impact Van Dijk was in the back line once more during Sunday's loss, and he had a surprising mix up with Alisson that led to the eventual winning goal. It was a tough day for the center-back, who remains one of the best in the Premier League, though he doesn't tend to fill the stat sheet. Van Dijk should have some more chances for clean sheets in some more favorable matches on the horizon.
FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE
Jurgen Klopp calls for 'calm' after Virgil van Dijk's Liverpool future admission as he slams media 'distraction' tactics since his bombshell exit announcement | Goal.com US Jurgen Klopp has called for 'calm' after Virgil van Dijk's uncertain Liverpool future remarks and slammed the media 'distraction' since his...
JANUARY 30 • GOAL.COM
Will Virgil van Dijk follow Jurgen Klopp out of Liverpool? Dutch defender unsure if he will form part of 'new era' at Anfield | Goal.com US Virgil van Dijk admits to being unsure whether he will form part of a “new era” at Liverpool, with Jurgen Klopp preparing to step down as ma...
JANUARY 29 • GOAL.COM
Back in win Van Dijk (illness) got the start and played 90 minutes during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Fulham.
Impact Van Dijk was always expected to return during Wednesday's clash and he did so. He is the first name on the team sheet whenever fit and van Dijk will continue to see major minutes in all competitions.
JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE
In contention Wednesday Van Dijk (illness) has rejoined the squad and will be available against Fulham on Wednesday. Assistant manager Pepijn Lijnder told reporters, "Virgil is back. He did some runs yest...
Impact Van Dijk will provide a much-needed veteran presence on the backline after Trent Alexander-Arnold (knee) was added to the injury list alongside Andrew Robertson (shoulder) and Kostas Tsimikas (collarbone). In his last four outings, van Dijk registered five shots (two on target), seven tackles (three won) and 12 clearances. He should rack up plenty of defensive stats while also being a target in the box.
JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with illness Van Dijk didn't play Sunday against Arsenal in the FA Cup third round due to an illness, manager Jurgen Klopp confirmed in his pre-match press conference. "Virg is ill. We were act...
Impact The star center-back missed the tilt against the Gunners, but Ibrahima Konate and Jarell Quansah did an excellent job to keep a clean sheet in the 2-0 win at Emirates Stadium. The medical staff will continue to assess van Dijk to see whether he'll be able to face Fulham on Wednesday in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semifinals, but chances are the Reds won't take any risks with his availability.
JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE
Virgil van Dijk frustrated with Liverpool's draw v. Manchester United | Premier League
DECEMBER 17, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Nets in win van Dijk scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Wednesday's 2-0 victory over Sheffield United.
Impact van Dijk opened the scoring from a corner in the first half of Wednesday's clash. The defender is obviously one of the best defensively in England and he's also a decent goalscoring threat especially with the quality of set pieces Liverpool produce. van Dijk also has excellent clean sheet upside with the defensive unit he commands.
DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
The Van Dijk Paradox: A Liverpool legend, divisive in the Netherlands A player who has worked tirelessly to return to his pre-injury levels still struggles to win over his critics at home
NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Excellent in win van Dijk recorded one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 win against Brentford.
Impact van Dijk put together a solid day during Sunday's win, earning the clean sheet and looking like his pre-injury self. The defender took the captaincy in Liverpool and has been in rare form, as he has now gone 13 matches without being dribbled past while winning challenges at a league-leading rate. van Dijk might not be a major offensive threat but he is one of the best defenders in the world once more.
NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Recovers from illness van Dijk is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Brentford
Impact van Dijk returns from an illness which kept him out of mid week action against Toulouse. The center back partners Joel Matip in the heart of Liverpool's back four on Sunday.
NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out via illness Van Dijk (illness) is out for Thursday's clash with Toulouse, according to manager Jurgen Klopp."Virgil is a little bit ill. Not a big thing but we didn't want to have him and mayb...
Impact Van Dijk isn't dealing with any sort of serious issue and is expected to be straight back in the starting XI for Sunday's Brentford clash. Joe Gomez and Joel Matip got the start in the reverse fixture against Toulouse.
NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Won't travel Thursday Van Dijk was not included in the traveling squad for Thursday's Europa League matchup with Toulouse.
Impact Van Dijk was left on the bench for the club's previous two Europa League contests, so the club may have opted to rest the center-back ahead of their matchup with Brentford on Sunday. In his previous five outings, van Dijk recorded one assist, 28 clearances and 10 blocks. Without the towering Dutchman out of the squad, Joe Gomez could slot into the middle of the backline.
NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Euro 2024 qualifiers: Cristiano Ronaldo keeps rolling, and a Dutch treat in Greece
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