17 h. ago Tanaka equaliser caps thrilling comeback as Leeds deny Liverpool

Last season, there was a coldly efficient streak to Liverpool. They rolled out a series of unremarkable 2-0 wins, a title rooted in unfussy competence. This season could hardly be more different; they are neither unfussy nor competent. They led 2-0 and, four minutes intostoppage time, they led 3-2, and yet still they didn’t win it. It was tremendous fun, but Arne Slot will have hated it.Just as no side can be sure whether a win at West Ham in their previous away match means they’ve played well or were just playing West Ham, so it would be unwise to read too much into this mishmash of the haplessness and excellence. Their three goals all resulted from fine finishes and one from clever buildup play, but the image of the game – once again – would be Virgil van Dijk standing hands on hips, steam rising both literally and metaphorically as he glared in disbelief at the bizarrely diffident defending around him. Continue reading...

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48 h. ago Liverpool face fresh Virgil van Dijk setback as rivals look to keep replacement with new deal

Newcastle United transfer chief Ross Wilson has confirmed that both Sven Botman and Tino Livramento will be offered new contracts amid interest from Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester City

Economics

51 h. ago Virgil van Dijk 'deserves blame' for Liverpool's title defence – 'he's been woeful'

OPINION: Virgil van Dijk's standing at Anfield should not make him immune from criticism - he's the Liverpool captain and needs to lead by example on the pitch, just as well as he does off it

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54 h. ago Liverpool news: Florian Wirtz shows true colours as one moment 'sums up Arne Slot's side'

Liverpool drew 1-1 with Sunderland at Anfield as Arne Slot's woes continued after Florian Wirtz's shot was ruled an own goal and Virgil van Dijk faced criticism

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55 h. ago Wilfried Nancy needs Celtic patience as MLS transfer guru reveals what makes new manager 'different' from the rest

Recruitment whizz Neil McGuinnes found Virgil van Dijk for Celts and then built Nancy's all-conquering MLS Cup winning side

Society

69 h. ago Virgil van Dijk tells Florian Wirtz 'deal with it' as dressing room leader admission made

Virgil van Dijk shared some wise words for Florian Wirtz and opened up on Mohamed Salah after his controversial Liverpool benching

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3 d. ago Van Dijk urges Wirtz to ignore ‘numbers game’ after German denied first Liverpool goal

Reds goal ruled Sunderland own goal in blow to WirtzMohamed Salah ‘still important’ after being droppedFlorian Wirtz should ignore his Premier League numbers and not lose confidence in his world-class ability at Liverpool, believes Virgil van Dijk.Liverpool’s £116m summer signing thought he had scored his first goal for the club against Sunderland on Wednesday only for the 81st-minute equaliser to be deemed an own goal by defender Nordi Mukiele. The decision means the 22-year-old is still without a goal or an assist in 13 league appearances for the champions. Van Dijk, however, is convinced Wirtz is on the right path at Liverpool and will prove he is an elite level player. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Virgil van Dijk details how Florian Wirtz can ignite Liverpool career after latest setback

The £116m signing is still to score for the Reds in 17 appearances, with his strike on Wednesday night viciously deflecting off Nordi Mukiele to salvage a point for Arne Slot’s side

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3 d. ago Liverpool news: Virgil van Dijk's feelings clear on Alexander Isak and singles out team

Arne Slot and Liverpool have a big month ahead in the Premier League but the Reds were unable to continue that winning feeling against Sunderland on Wednesday night

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3 d. ago Liverpool news: Virgil van Dijk couldn't be clearer as two team

Arne Slot and Liverpool have a big month ahead of them in the Premier League

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5 d. ago Liverpool news: Arne Slot's Florian Wirtz 'risk' as Virgil van Dijk doesn't want change

Liverpool ended their three-game losing streak with a 2-0 win over West Ham United on Sunday, with Arne Slot taking a big selection risk in the process

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5 d. ago Liverpool news: Arne Slot snubs advice as Virgil van Dijk admits what team aren't doing

Liverpool got their first win since the beginning of November with a 2-0 victory over West Ham United on Sunday as the Reds aim to turn their season around

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9 d. ago Virgil van Dijk's new Liverpool message speaks volumes around Arne Slot sack calls

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has posted an emotional plea for unity on Instagram as the Reds endure nine defeats in 12 matches, with growing pressure on manager Arne Slot

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1 week ago Virgil van Dijk's damning Liverpool verdict used to inspire Wrexham's Premier League push

The words of Liverpool skipper Virgil van Dijk have been used by Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson as motivation for his players

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1 week ago Mohamed Salah’s legs have gone and Virgil van Dijk is not the same player, Jamie Carragher claims

The former Liverpool defender urged others to ‘step up’ while Salah and Van Dijk are struggling for form

Sport

1 week ago Steven Gerrard makes feelings clear on Virgil van Dijk's complaints in Liverpool defeat

Virgil van Dijk was furious after giving away a penalty in the first-half before Liverpool's embarrassing defeat against PSV on Wednesday night

Society

1 week ago Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk decisions questioned as Liverpool sent clear transfer message

Former Celtic manager Gordon Strachan has questioned Liverpool's question to hand new contracts to Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk

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1 week ago Jamie Carragher: ‘I only ever hear Mohamed Salah when he’s man of the match or needs a new contract’

Virgil van Dijk called Liverpool a ‘mess’ after their defeat to Nottingham Forest and Carragher wants Salah to show the same urgency

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1 week ago Why did Murillo’s goal against Liverpool stand after Virgil van Dijk’s was disallowed?

Murillo’s opener against Liverpool was allowed to stand despite the fact Van Dijk’s equaliser at Manchester City was chalked off for a similar offside infringement

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1 week ago Virgil van Dijk lists Liverpool problems as he says flops are 'letting Arne Slot down'

Virgil van Dijk has issued a brutal statement on Liverpool's current situation after the Reds were beaten 3-0 at home by Nottingham Forest in the Premier League

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