Liverpool and the Netherlands defender, Virgil Van Dijk is one player impounded with different attributes. The Reds ace defender is one of the best players Liverpool as ever signed. Apart from his incomparable defensive skills, Virgil Van Dijk seems to have some other special qualities gifted to him by God. The Dutchman was spotted recreating one of Brazil legend, Ronaldinho's control skill. We all know that popular skill where Ronaldinho loops the ball up and brings it down as if there is a kind of magnet attached to his boot before he … [Read more...]
Huddersfield vs Liverpool: post match analysis, players’ ratings
Chelsea played a draw against Man Utd giving Liverpool the chance to move higher on the EPL table following their narrow win against Huddersfield. David Wagner and Jurgen Klopp despite being close friends left their friendship aside as they went head to head. The trip to Huddersfield town saw Liverpool star and Egypt international, Mo Salah ended his goal drought as he scored his 50th goal last night. Below is Liverpool players' ratings against Huddersfield: Alisson Becker 7: the Reds goalkeeper made some good saves like the strike from … [Read more...]
BBC pundit – Liverpool £180,000-a-week player is the third best in the world after Ronaldo and Messi
When Liverpool signed the Netherlands international, Virgil Van Dijk from Southampton at the sum of £75 million, many football critics were quick to slam them for making such an exorbitant payment for a defender. Well, 10 months after the transfer was made, Virgil Van Dijk has not only proved his critics wrong but has made the Reds defense line stronger. Van Dijk as a player has every attribute expected of a defender, he is strong, he can tackle, he calculates every move amongst other qualities. The Netherland international is a leader of … [Read more...]
4 Liverpool key players that sustained injuries during international game
Prior to the commencement of the international holiday, Liverpool coach, Jurgen Klopp had termed the Uefa Nations League as being 'a senseless' league. Well, Klopp may be right to some extent as Liverpool seems to be at the receiving end of the effect from the various tournaments during the break. Unlike Chelsea FC, who had only one of their key player, Antonio Ridiger injured, Liverpool have close to four key players injured during the international holiday break. And we are certain that Klopp will be disheartened over what has happened to … [Read more...]
Huddersfield vs Liverpool: Predicted lineup without Mo Salah and Sadio Mane
Liverpool could be without Mo Salah, van Dijk and Sadio Mane Liverpool FC are currently sitting in the third spot of the EPL with twenty points and hope to get three more points from their weekend game against Huddersfield. The Reds will be without many of their key players like Mo Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Sadio Mane. Mo Salah picked up a leg injury during the AFCON qualifiers game against Swaziland. Virgil van Dijk had to drop out of Holland National squad over rib injury he sustained during the Premier League match against … [Read more...]
Confirmed! Liverpool trio not ruled out of the match against Huddersfield
The English Premier League is set to return this weekend following the international holiday break. Liverpool will be playing against Huddersfield on Saturday. The Reds and their fans have been worried if the trio of Mo Salah, James Milner and Virgil van Dijk will be available for the match. Mo Salah sustained a leg injury while on International duty for his home country, Egypt in the AFCON qualifiers match against Swaziland. A report has made it known that Salah is back at Anfield for treatment and will not be available for the second … [Read more...]
The Netherlands vs Belgium: Virgil van Dijk suffers rib injury
The Uefa Nations League is on, however, according to the games schedule, The Netherlands will play against Belgium in a friendly match on Tuesday. But a new report have made it known that the Netherlands will be playing against Belgium without their ace defender and captain, Virgil van Dijk. A report from The Dutch Football Association disclosed that the Liverpool ace defender is still suffering from a rib injury he sustained during the EPL game against Southampton at St. Mary stadium on 22 September. Van Dijk, 27, has been instrumental for … [Read more...]
Germany’s Joachim Low speaks on future after 3-0 bashing
It is not enough that the German national team had a bad outing at the Russia World Cup which ended in July this year, they were bashed 3-0 by the Netherlands in the UEFA Nations League on Saturday. Goals from Liverpool duo Virgil van Dijk and Georgino Wijnaldum in the first and second half were complemented by another from Memphis Depay to make it 3. This is the first time in the history of German football after 41 games against the Dutch that they will be beaten by a goal margin of 3 un-replied goals. This has not gone well with the … [Read more...]
Jurgen Klopp top-five signing in 3 years, number one will shock you
This week marks the third anniversary since Jurgen Klopp became Liverpool coach. Although the Reds are yet to win a trophy as proof of their progress so far, they have however improved under the leadership of Jurgen Klopp. Coach Jurgen Klopp during his arrival at Anfield made some signings that have strengthened the Reds weak areas and made them become one of the strongest football clubs in Europe. Below are Jurgen Klopp top five signings according to their ranking: 5. Sadio Mane: the Senegal international joined Liverpool from … [Read more...]
Liverpool vs Man City: Virgil van Dijk reveals how he intends to battle Sergio Aguero
The biggest game of the season in the EPL will be going down at Anfield, Liverpool battling Man City for the first time this season. It is already obvious that coach Jurgen Klopp will start his first eleven Liverpool players against Man City tomorrow. The Netherlands international and Liverpool center back defender, Virgil van Dijk will man the Reds defense line alongside Joe Gomez. Van Dijk has been very instrumental at Anfield since his arrival, he and Joe Gomez seems to understand each other with the duo conceding only three goals this … [Read more...]
Gary Neville snubs Arsenal players in his rating of EPL players
The performance of Arsenal players under manager Unai Emery has been praised by fans and pundits but that can not be said of Manchester United legend, Gary Neville who snubbed all Gunners players in his list of the most impressive players in the Premier League. Arsenal have impressed this season, losing just two of the Premier League games and winning all others with players like Mesut Ozil who has not just lifted his game but has been in the score sheet, Lucas Torriera and Alex Iwobi given accolades by pundits. However, their performances … [Read more...]
Virgil van Dijk throws shade at self-centered players
Liverpool defender, Virgil van Dijk throws shade, says self-centred players will have to leave Anfield. Jurgen Klopp has been faced with challenges of rotating many of his players in games. While some players have rather been consistent for the Reds so far this season, some have not had more than one or two playing chances. However, Liverpool centre-back defender and the Netherlands international, Virgil van Dijk in a statement disclosed that self-centred and selfish players will have to leave the club. Van Dijk added that the Reds … [Read more...]
Chelsea vs Liverpool: The Reds top-rated star may play with injury against Chelsea
Today's match is very crucial for Liverpool and Jurgen Klopp will not mind seeing Virgil van Dijk play irrespective of his injury. Liverpool will be traveling to Stamford Bridge to maintain their perfect start in the EPL. The Reds are the current toppers on the EPL table and the game against a tough opponent like Chelsea will determine if they will remain at the top or not. In order to continue their hundred per cent win in the EPL, Jurgen Klopp intends to start his best eleven against Chelsea. While it is certain that Mo Salah, Roberto … [Read more...]
Jurgen Klopp gives update on Virgil van Dijk injury
The Reds top rated and expensive centre back defender, Virgil van Dijk suffered an injury during the match against Southampton last Saturday. However, it was made know that the Netherlands star had the injury on his rib prior to the match against France side, Paris Saint Germain in the Uefa Champions League. The report from the match against Southampton at Anfield revealed that the player may have likely been hit in the rib why playing for the Reds. This hindered him from playing very well during the match against Southampton - he held his … [Read more...]
Liverpool vs Southampton: Is there any reason to be worried about Van Dijk injury?
Liverpool played host to two football club in the past four days. The first was Liverpool hosting French side, Paris Saint Germain, in the Uefa Champions Leagues, which ended in a 3 - 2 win in favour for the Reds. They went ahead to host the second match against Southampton in the English Premier League which is their 6th game and also ended in 3 goals to nothing in favour for the Reds. So far, Liverpool have won the last 24 matches their home, winning 16 games and playing 8 draws. In the weekend match, the Red were spectacular and … [Read more...]
Two Liverpool FC defenders make the list of best 20 defenders in the world
Two Liverpool FC defenders make the list of the best 20 defenders in the world World football body, FIFA and FIFA Pro have been gathering a list of 20 best players in various football positions. The body, when done with the process for the whole football positions, will then handpick the best 11 which will be announced in the Best FIFA football Awards later in the month. However, following votes from invited people, two of Liverpool players made the list of the top 20 best defenders in the world. The two Reds players are Virgil van Dijk … [Read more...]
Champions League: Liverpool defender, Virgil van Dijk issues warning to Kylian Mbappe ahead of match against PSG
Champions League: Liverpool defender, Virgil van Dijk issues threat to Kylian Mbappe ahead of the match against PSG Liverpool expensive defender, Virgil van Dijk was in active service for his home country, the Netherlands as they played against the current world champions, France. Although, the game ended in a 2 - 1 defeat to the Netherlands, Van Dijk disclosed it was a tough match but he is proud of the Netherlands team. https://twitter.com/VirgilvDijk/status/1039071151643869184 The amazing aspect of the game was how the Netherlands … [Read more...]
Man City Vs Liverpool: Virgil Sends Warning Ahead Of Champions League Clash
The Champions League is here again! And one game we can't wait to see is the second leg tie between Liverpool and Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. Ahead of the clash, Liverpool star player Virgil van Dijk has advised his side to pick up the right mindset when they travel to Manchester to lock horns with Pep Guardiola and his men on Tuesday. The Merseysiders take a 3-0 lead to Manchester after some impressive performances at Anfield last week, and they are strong favourites to progress to the next round of the elite tournament. Of … [Read more...]
Liverpool Star Player Sends Important Message Across After Southampton Win
Liverpool star player Virgil van Dijk had a good time yesterday at the St Mary's Stadium, and the Dutchman failed to give much attention to the hostile chants from fans of his former club. Van Dijk joined Liverpool last month and he became the most expensive defender in football history after the Anfield club paid £75M for his signature. He faced his former side for the first time yesterday when Jurgen Klopp led him and his new teammates to Southampton to play at St Mary's. Before the game, his new manager already warned him to be ready for … [Read more...]
Liverpool vs Southampton: Klopp Sends Warning Ahead Of St Mary’s Clash
Jurgen Klopp is leading his men to the St. Mary's Stadium for their next premier league game against Southampton on Sunday. And the German boss is already asking Virgil Van Dijk to brace himself for an unpleasant atmosphere that awaits him at his former club. The former Southampton player joined Liverpool for £75million last month (which made him the most expensive defender in football history), and he will be playing against his former side for the first time on Sunday. His new manager Jurgen Klopp is already predicting that Southampton … [Read more...]
Klopp Sends New Message Across About Virgil Van Dijk
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is not in agreement with Jamie Carragher's recent comments on Virgil Van Dijk. The former Southampton player was rested for his new side's recent game against Huddersfield, and Jamie feels the Dutchman simply need to lose a 'bit of weight'. The Liverpool legend told Sky Sports that Van Dijk will definitely end up well at Anfield, but he is yet to 'hit the ground running' and should lose some weight too. But it appears manager Jurgen Klopp is not pleased with the statement, and the German boss has asked Jamie to … [Read more...]
Liverpool signing of Virgil sends a clear message to Man United management
The big news this week is how Liverpool splashed a whopping £75 Million to secure Virgil Van Dijk's signature from Southampton. The Netherlands international will finalise the move to Liverpool when the January window opens. And according to certain reports, Klopp's record move for the Dutchman could have an effect on Man United's transfers plans for the coming year. The £75M the Anfield club paid for Virgil's signature have turned him into the most expensive defender in football history. He was heavily linked with the reds during the … [Read more...]
Finally, Klopp Seal 1st January Transfer For Liverpool
Virgil Van Dijk was heavily linked with a move away from the St Mary's Stadium during the summer transfer window after emerging as a target for Liverpool, but the Saints refused to let go of him. However, the Anfield club have finally got the talented Dutchman and have confirmed that they have agreed to a deal with the Saints to bring Van Dijk down to Anfield in January. The reds will play Burnley on New Year Day, and the former Celtic defender will be eligible to play for his new side in the game. According to the Guardian, the Merseyside … [Read more...]
Liverpool Set To Beat Chelsea To Sign Star Player With £70million
According to reports, Liverpool are ready to splash huge cash to bring Virgil Van Dijk from Southampton next year, and they believe they can sign the Dutchman ahead of Chelsea and Manchester City. The former Celtic defender has not played in Southampton’s last three matches, fanning speculations that they are simply trying to adapt to life without the player and will be selling him next month. He was heavily linked with a move away from St Mary's during the past summer transfer window after emerging as a target for a handful of top clubs in … [Read more...]
Chelsea could be rescued when Barcelona take this step
According to reports, La Liga giants Barcelona are now in the race for Virgil Van Dijk's signature ahead of the January transfer window. The Dutchman has been linked with a handful of top English clubs and is the subject of intense speculation in recent times. Van Dijk has been left out of Southampton's two most recent games, suggesting the St Mary's club are trying to adapt to life without him and will definitely get him sold in January. The 26-year-old was close to joining Liverpool during the past summer transfer window, but the Anfield … [Read more...]