Virgil van Dijk Remains the World’s Best DefenderVirgil van Dijk’s brilliance has become so reliable that it now risks being taken for granted. While new Liverpool manager Arne Slot made

Virgil van Dijk has declared it is an 'absolute privilege' to play for Liverpool as he reflected on a memorable campaign. The Dutchman was instrumental in helping the Reds to become Premier League champions. Van Dijk only missed one top-flight match last season as his side won the league by 10 points.

Like Van Dijk in 2018, Wirtz could spearhead a new era at Anfield. He could be the most significant arrival at Liverpool in over seven years — here's why.