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Liverpool faced off against Inter Milan at the San Siro earlier tonight as they looked to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League. The Reds made a decent start to the game and managed to get to the half-time break with a goalless scoreline.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / November 23

Disagreement emerges between Virgil Van Dijk and Arne Slot as Liverpool continue to falter

A confusing narrative of responsibility has emerged at Anfield following Liverpool’s disastrous 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest, with captain Virgil van Dijk and manager Arne Slot publicly disagreeing over who is to blame for the club’s deepening crisis.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 23

Van Dijk points finger at specific weakness after Liverpool defeat against Nottingham

Liverpool suffered a shock 3-0 defeat against Nottingham Forest at Anfield. It was their sixth defeat in their last seven Premier League matches and it was another performance that should worry Arne Slot and the fans.

Nottingham Forest News / The 4th Official / November 22

Szoboszlai And Van Dijk Get 7 | Liverpool Players Rated In Dismal Loss Vs Nottingham Forest

Liverpool entertained Nottingham Forest at Anfield earlier this afternoon as they hoped to secure a good result at home in the Premier League. The Reds made a decent start to the game but conceded the opening goal in the 33rd minute when Murillo found the back of the net.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / November 20

Robertson echoes Van Dijk international retirement sentiment in sobering comments

The drama of Hampden Park will forever be etched in memory for Andy Robertson, and Liverpool fans will see it as a reminder of the fleeting nature of footballing careers.

Soccer News / Total Apex Sports / November 10

VAR Drama: Why Virgil Van Dijk’s Goal Against Man City Was Controversially Ruled Out

Another weekend, another VAR controversy that has the entire Premier League talking. This time, it was Liverpool’s turn to feel the sting of a baffling decision during their 3-0 loss to Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / November 9

Mac Allister And Van Dijk Get 5.5 | Liverpool Players Rated In Poor Loss Vs Manchester City

Liverpool locked horns with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a good result on their travels in the Premier League.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 9

Virgil van Dijk's actions after City penalty award speaks volumes about contentious decision

It’s fair to say that Virgil van Dijk didn’t agree with the decision to award Manchester City an early penalty against Liverpool on Sunday. In the 10th minute at the Etihad Stadium, Jeremy Doku skipped past Conor Bradley and Ibrahima Konate in the visitors’ penalty area and went to ground under a challenge from the advancing Giorgi Mamardashvili.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / November 2

Virgil Van Dijk hits back at Wayne Rooney over recent criticism

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has fired back at recent criticism from Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney, dismissing claims that the Reds have lacked leadership this season as “lazy.” The Liverpool centre-back has come under the spotlight this season after his team’s poor performances.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 22

Insider: Chelsea’s perfect target to be their 'Van Dijk' is not for sale at any price in January

Looking at that ball hanging in the air for a few seconds after Reece James fluffed clearance on Saturday, there was only one thing Chelsea fans were thinking: I wish we had a dominant centre back.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 16

Chelsea’s much doubted defender is rated higher than William Saliba and Virgil van Dijk

Chelsea go into this week’s two huge games with some serious concerns. The attack just isn’t clicking, and the Blues have relied on set pieces and wondergoals in the main in their 4 games so far this season.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 16

'In January…' – Matt Law names position Chelsea are thinking of winter transfer

Chelsea’s attack more than their defence has been the element with more struggles so far this season. With Levi Colwill out for the season and Benoit Badiashile and Wesley Fofana constantly injured too, Trevoh Chalobah and Tosin Adarabioyo have a lot on their shoulders.

Sampdoria News / Football Italia / September 3

Leoni learning from Bonucci and Van Dijk, but ‘didn’t expect’ Italy call-up

Liverpool talent Giovanni Leoni admits he didn’t expect to receive his first Italy call-up, but is learning from Leonardo Bonucci and his idol Virgil Van Dijk.

RB Leipzig News / Athlon Sports / August 25

'Stupid'- Shearer Criticizes Anthony Gordon's Red Card Challenge on Van Dijk

Liverpool is taking on Newcastle United at an electric St. James' Park, and things were not looking good for the Premier League champions. Newcastle were ruthless with attacks and kept up the pressure.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / August 11

Did van Dijk send message to FSG after Liverpool lost Community Shield?

Virgil van Dijk has appeared to issue a telling message to FSG after Liverpool were beaten on penalties in the Community Shield on Sunday.

Leeds United News / Football Italia / July 27

Liverpool vs Milan reaction: Leao demolished Van Dijk

A fantastic Rafael Leao inspired Milan’s 4-2 win over Liverpool in a summer friendly on Saturday, prompting Gazzetta to claim that the Portuguese star ‘demolished’ Virgil Van Dijk.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 25

New Napoli signing Beukema aims for Netherlands call-up with role model Van Dijk

New Napoli signing Sam Beukema has been officially presented to the press this afternoon at the team’s training camp in Dimaro, with the 26-year-old telling the media that the club can help him reach and grow his ‘personal goal’ to join his role model Virgil Van Dijk in the Dutch national team.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / June 18

Former Celtic recruitment figure that helped find Van Dijk joins Premiership side

St Mirren have confirmed the appointment of John Park as Head of Recruitment and Emerging Talent. The ex-Celtic talent spotter takes up the role with Stephen Robinson’s Paisley side after Martin Foyle departed for Carlisle United.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / May 25

Liverpool Captain Virgil Van Dijk’s Champions League Prediction: ‘I Know Inter Milan, PSG Aren’t Favourites’

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk feels that PSG aren’t favourites against Inter Milan in the Champions League final. The Dutchman spoke to French outlet L’Equipe, via FCInterNews.

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Liverpool set for sustained success by retaining key stars

Liverpool’s blueprint for continued success took a major step forward this week.

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Liverpool FC News / Extratime Talk / April 18

Virgil van Dijk Contract Extension at Liverpool Makes Perfect Sense

One often tends to use superlatives in abundance while describing Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk. He combines the desirable but contrasting attributes of the great central defenders of tested years.

Liverpool FC News / Yardbarker / April 11

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Liverpool FC News / Last Word On Sports / March 12

‘I Don’t Know’: Expiring Liverpool Star Gives Vague Contract Update

Liverpool were eliminated from the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League by losing to PSG by a 1-1 (4-1) margin on a penalty shootout at Anfield. The Reds’ dreams of winning a European Treble this season is over, and the result was followed by an interesting comment from Virgil van Dijk on his future.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / March 7

Virgil Van Dijk Drops One-Word Description on What Liverpool Needed to Do Against PSG

In his column for Saturday’s matchday program ahead of Liverpool’s Premier League clash with Southampton, the captain acknowledged that they would have to “suffer” against Luis Enrique’s squad.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / February 17

Report: Liverpool shortlist three centre-backs to replace Virgil Van Dijk

Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk has entered the final few months of his contract at the club. His long term future is uncertain at the club and the Dutch defender is nowhere close to signing a new deal at the club.