Virgil van Dijk
Dutch footballer (born 1991)
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Virgil van Dijk is a Dutch professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for and captains both Premier League club Liverpool and the Netherlands national team. Widely regarded as one of the best defenders of his generation, he is known for his strength, leadership, speed and aerial ability.
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Van Dijk v Kane & can Ake stop Saka? - five key battlesFor the 23rd time, England and the Netherlands will face off in a senior men's international match – and there is more on the line than ever before.BBC Sport - Published | |
Netherlands 'maybe overestimate ourselves' - Van DijkVirgil van Dijk and the Netherlands faced flak after defeat to Austria, and the captain says "harsh words" have been spoken among the squad.BBC Sport - Published | |
Van Dijk wanted by Saudi side Al-Nassr - Friday's gossipLiverpool defender Virgil van Dijk attracts interest from Saudi Arabia, Chelsea winger Noni Madueke on Newcastle's shortlist, plus more.BBC Sport - Published | |
Teams battle for Palace's Olise - Friday's gossipNewcastle and Chelsea want Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise, Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk attracts interest from Saudi Arabia, plus more.BBC Sport - Published | |
Van Dijk wants to be part of Liverpool transitionCaptain Virgil van Dijk says he "loves" Liverpool and wants to be part of the club's transition after the departure of manager Jurgen Klopp.BBC Sport - Published | |
Slot philosophy could suit Liverpool - Van DijkLiverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says prospective new Reds manager Arne Slot's playing philosophy could be suited to the Anfield club.BBC Sport - Published | |
Van Dijk questions desire of team-mates after lossLiverpool captain Virgil van Dijk questions his side's desire to win the Premier League after a damaging defeat against Merseyside rivals Everton.BBC Sport - Published | |
Old Trafford draw feels like defeat - Van DijkLiverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says they should beaten Manchester United and the 2-2 draw 'feels like a loss'.BBC Sport - Published | |
‘Monumental’ - how Nunez & Van Dijk make difference to Liverpool's title bidMOTD2 pundit Danny Murphy explains the importance of Darwin Nunez and Virgil van Dijk in Liverpool's draw with Manchester City - and their title bid.BBC Sport - Published | |
Fabregas, Schmeichel and Onuoha discuss Haaland v Van DijkThe weekend duel between Manchester City's Erling Haaland and Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk comes under the scrutiny of Cesc Fabregas, Peter Schmeichel and Nedum Onuoha.BBC Sport - Published | |
Last minute goal seals Carabao Cup win for Liverpool over ChelseaLast minute heroics from Virgil van Dijk saw Liverpool beat Chelsea in the Carabao Cup final.Sky News - Published | |
Van Dijk 'so proud' after heading Reds to EFL Cup gloryVirgil van Dijk says he is "so proud" to be a Liverpool player after heading in an extra-time winner for the Reds to beat Chelsea in the Carabao Cup final.BBC Sport - Published | |
Liverpool win EFL Cup with Van Dijk extra-time headerVirgil van Dijk heads home deep into extra time to win the EFL Cup for Liverpool in a captivating final against Chelsea at Wembley.BBC Sport - Published | Van Dijk says he is 'fully committed' to LiverpoolLiverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says he is "fully committed" to the club amid reports he could leave Anfield at the end of the season.BBC Sport - Published |
'Don't worry' - Klopp on fans' fears for futureDeparting Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp tells fans they should not "worry" about the contract situations around players Trent Alexander-Arnold, Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, whose deals run out..BBC Sport - Published | 'End of era at Liverpool if Salah and Van Dijk go'Liverpool could face the "end of an era" this summer if stars Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah follow manager Jurgen Klopp out of the club.BBC Sport - Published |
Van Dijk unsure over Liverpool future post-KloppLiverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says he is unsure if he will be part of the post-Jurgen Klopp era at the club.BBC Sport - Published | Klopp decision hard to take - Van DijkVirgil van Dijk says Jurgen Klopp's decision to step down as Liverpool manager at the end of the season is a "tough one" to take.BBC Sport - Published |
Liverpool's Van Dijk denies Keane 'arrogance' claimLiverpool captain Virgil van Dijk denies Roy Keane's claim that he was being arrogant when talking about Manchester United after their goalless draw.BBC Sport - Published | Liverpool without Van Dijk & Gravenberch at ToulouseLiverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has not travelled to Toulouse as the Reds look to secure their spot in the Europa League last 16 on Thursday.BBC Sport - Published |
Van Dijk's 93rd-minute penalty gives Dutch winVirgil van Dijk scores a 93rd-minute penalty to give the Netherlands a crucial victory against Greece in Euro 2024 qualifying.BBC Sport - Published | 'Defending at its best' - watch brilliant Premier League tacklesBBC Sport takes a look back at some incredible Premier League tackles featuring N'Golo Kante, Steven Gerrard and Virgil van Dijk.BBC Sport - Published |
Van Dijk gets extra match ban for red-card reactionLiverpool captain Virgil van Dijk is suspended for one match and fined £100,000 for acting in an "improper manner" after being sent off in his side's win at Newcastle.BBC Sport - Published | FA charges Van Dijk after Newcastle red cardVirgil van Dijk is charged by the Football Association for acting in an "improper manner" after being sent off in Liverpool's win over Newcastle.BBC Sport - Published |
Van Dijk accepts Liverpool 'doubts' before seasonLiverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says he can appreciate why there are "doubts" surrounding the club's prospects for the new season.BBC Sport - Published | Van Dijk 'very excited' about future for Liverpool Virgil van Dijk is "very excited" about the future for Liverpool, despite the club looking like they will miss out on the Champions League next season.BBC Sport - Published |
