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First clean sheet van Dijk had three tackles (three won), three clearances and one interception in Friday's 2-0 victory against Ipswich Town.

Impact van Dijk opened his account for clean sheets on the season during a nice win. He was never overly tested, but he looked excellent alongside Jeremy Jacquet, who seems set to be his long-term partner in the backline. van Dijk had some solid volume and led the defense as he always does. If this new-look backline continues to gel, there's sky-high upside for van Dijk.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk makes plea to Cody Gakpo amid Manchester City transfer links Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has made a public attempt to convince his compatriot Cody Gakpo to turn down Manchester City.

AUGUST 30 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Liverpool should keep 'quality player' Gakpo, says Van Dijk Cody Gakpo seems set to join Manchester City, but Virgil van Dijk wants his compatriot to stay at Liverpool.

AUGUST 30 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Busy defensively van Dijk had six clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact van Dijk had everything to do in the defense throughout Saturday's draw. The defender was a big part of everything in the backline, and has been good to start the campaign. Liverpool's midfield has been a problem, leaving van Dijk with plenty to do on both sides of the ball. If the midfield gets solidified, van Dijk will be straight back to having excellent clean sheets chances.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Van Dijk trusts Liverpool to make right decisions in transfer market Liverpool are still yet to replace Mohamed Salah with only a week remaining in the transfer window, but Virgil van Dijk has urged patience.

AUGUST 24 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Quiet in opener van Dijk registered two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Newcastle United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 90th minute.

Impact van Dijk was still solid during Sunday's season opener, but he couldn't quite shut down attacks as he may have been able to in the past. He still formed a nice pairing with new signing Jeremy Jacquet, but he wasn't immaculate. van Dijk remains a top defensive option in the Premier League, but he's not getting any younger.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Virgil van Dijk treats Liverpool teammate like he won't be invited for Christmas dinner with other players, claims ex-Chelsea star Craig Burley Former Chelsea star Craig Burley has claimed that Liverpool skipper Virgil van Dijk treats his teammate Milos Kerkez 'like he won't be invited for Christmas dinner with the other p...

AUGUST 24 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Virgil Van Dijk Gives His Verdict on the Transfer Market and Liverpool's Defense The Dutch leader of Liverpool's defense spoke about the new signings after the debut.

AUGUST 17 • BEINSPORTS.COM

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AUGUST 10 • Associated Press

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AUGUST 4 • goal

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Back with Liverpool for preseason van Dijk is back with Liverpool for preseason at the AXA Training Centre, according to the club.

Impact van Dijk finished the World Cup with one goal and one assist in the attack to go along with two tackles, three interceptions and 30 clearances defensively, a strong showing despite the overall disappointing campaign of the Netherlands. His return to Liverpool training now shifts focus to preseason preparations as he continues leading the club's back line heading into the new 2026/27 Premier League season.

JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE

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Shock as Liverpool ready to listen to offers for Virgil van Dijk as he loses 'untouchable' status

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JULY 4 • goal

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New Liverpool signing Jacquet excited to partner Van Dijk Liverpool officially confirmed Jeremy Jacquet's arrival on Wednesday, with the young Frenchman likely to partner Virgil van Dijk.

JULY 1 • BEINSPORTS.COM

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JUNE 30 • FOX SPORTS

Plays possible final World Cup game Van Dijk generated six clearances in Monday's 1-1 (4-3) penalty shootout loss versus Morocco.

Impact Van Dijk didn't leave the field Monday, but was also not one of the five players chosen to take a penalty kick for the Dutch as they exited the tournament. This comes in a match where Van Dijk found himself with plenty to do, recording six clearances as Morocco stayed active near the Dutch box. The defender did see a pretty good World Cup in what could be his last at age 34, although he could have one more in the tank. That said, he ends with one goal on two shots and one assist on a chance created in the attack to go along with one tackle, three interceptions and 30 clearances in the defense.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 26 • FOX SPORTS

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JUNE 26 • FOX SPORTS

Sets up teammate against Tunisia Van Dijk assisted once to go with one tackle (one won), one interception and eight clearances in Thursday's 3-1 victory versus Tunisia.

Impact Van Djik wasn't affected by a recent hip ailment, was commanding as usual in the back, registering exactly eight clearances and one interception for the third contest in a row, and teed up Brian Brobbey with a perfect flick-on in the opposing box. He was particularly brilliant in the air on both ends. He has also scored once and notched two shots (both on target) so far, but the Netherlands have conceded in every game.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

Trains fully Monday, no issues van Dijk trained fully on Monday without any issues and will be an option for Thursday's clash against Tunisia, according to ESPN NL.

Impact van Dijk had revealed an unusual knock to his hip during Saturday's victory over Sweden that briefly left him unable to feel his thigh, but his complete participation in Monday's session puts any lingering concern to rest. The captain is now fully available for the Netherlands' final group stage fixture against Tunisia on Thursday.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 22 • Associated Press

Suffers hip knock van Dijk revealed he suffered an unusual knock to his hip during Saturday's 5-1 victory over Sweden that briefly left him unable to feel his thigh, though he expects to be fine, ac...

Impact van Dijk was checked on by referee Michael Oliver during the match but quickly insisted he could continue, going on to contribute eight clearances and one interception while completing 75 passes, the most of any outfield player on the pitch. The Netherlands captain's situation will be monitored over the coming days, though his own assessment suggests there is no serious cause for concern heading into the final group fixture against Tunisia on Thursday.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE