V. van Dijk

V. van Dijk, the 34-year-old Dutch central defender, remains the commanding heartbeat of Liverpool’s backline. Wearing the number 4 shirt, he stands at 195 cm and uses his immense physical presence to dominate aerial duels and organise the defence with a calm authority that has defined his peak years. A Netherlands international, van Dijk is not just a stopper; his passing range and composure on the ball allow Liverpool to build play from the back, and his leadership has made him one...