Virgil van Dijk

'Adopted Scouser' Van Dijk signs new Liverpool contract

Van Dijk, who joined Liverpool in 2017 for a world record fee for a defender reported to be 75 million pounds ($99.29 million), has been the bedrock of a defence that has helped them win numerous trophies, including a first Premier League title.

'I love this club': Van Dijk hints at Liverpool stay

Mohamed Salah, who recently signed a two-year extension himself, urged his long-time teammate to stay, saying, “I would love to see him again here next year.”

Van Dijk eyes place among Liverpool's great captains

Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk said winning a second League Cup trophy on Sunday against Newcastle United would give him a place among the captains who had achieved great things at the Premier League club.

Liverpool must be ready to 'suffer' in PSG return leg, says Van Dijk

Virgil van Dijk believes Liverpool's Champions League suffering at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain is not yet over despite surviving an onslaught to win the first leg of their last 16 tie 1-0 in the French capital.

Liverpool can cope with title nerves: Van Dijk

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk insists the Premier League leaders can cope with the mounting pressure of the title race.

Van Dijk says 'no deadline' on deciding Liverpool future

Virgil van Dijk says there is "no deadline" regarding his contract situation as the clock ticks down to the end of his Liverpool deal.

Van Dijk urges Liverpool to hit back after 'unacceptable' Forest loss

Virgil van Dijk has urged Liverpool to hit back after their "unacceptable" defeat against Nottingham Forest as the Reds prepare to start their Champions League campaign.

Man Utd draw feels like a defeat for Liverpool in title race, says Van Dijk

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk said a dramatic 2-2 draw at Manchester United on Sunday felt like a defeat after throwing away two points in the Premier League title race.

Van Dijk revels in pressure of Liverpool's enduring feud with Man Utd

Liverpool head to Old Trafford looking to move a step closer to the second trophy of manager Jurgen Klopp's farewell season

February 26, 2024
February 26, 2024

Van Dijk hails 'incredible' Liverpool kids after League Cup glory

Virgil van Dijk paid tribute to Liverpool's "incredible" young guns as the Dutch defender's late goal grabbed a 1-0 win against Chelsea in the League Cup final on Sunday.

February 25, 2024
February 25, 2024

Liverpool win League Cup as Van Dijk strikes in extra-time to sink Chelsea

Virgil van Dijk headed in the winner two minutes from the end of extra-time to hand Liverpool a record 10th League Cup with a 1-0 victory over Chelsea at Wembley.

August 30, 2023
August 30, 2023

Van Dijk charged by FA over red card reaction

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has been charged with acting in an improper manner after he was sent off at Newcastle on Sunday.

July 29, 2023
July 29, 2023

Van Dijk says becoming Liverpool captain would be 'an honour'

Virgil van Dijk said Saturday he was confident that Liverpool's players will step up to fill the void left by Jordan Henderson and said it would be "an honour" to succeed him as captain.

April 30, 2023
April 30, 2023

Virgil van Dijk accepts criticism after 'up and down season' with Liverpool

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has accepted that he has been performing inconsistently for the club this season.

March 2, 2023
March 2, 2023

Van Dijk, Salah steer Liverpool to 2-0 win over Wolves

Liverpool climbed into sixth spot in the table on 39 points, ahead of Fulham on goal difference and with a game in hand, but the home side were forced to work hard on a rainy night at Anfield

December 29, 2022
December 29, 2022

Gakpo says Van Dijk persuaded him to join Liverpool

 Dutch forward Cody Gakpo said he was persuaded to join Liverpool by Netherlands skipper Virgil van Dijk, who also plays at the Premier League club.

December 3, 2022
December 3, 2022

Argentina, Netherlands eye quarters as World Cup last 16 kicks off

Australia take on Lionel Messi's Argentina in a David v Goliath World Cup showdown while the United States look to ambush the Netherlands as the World Cup knockout rounds get under way on Saturday.

August 16, 2022
August 16, 2022

'Nunez has to control himself'

Virgil van Dijk said new Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez must learn to "control himself" after being sent off for a reckless headbutt during Monday's 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace.

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