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London – Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk insists that he will not face a
personal duel against Lionel Messi by his side Champions League
semi-final against Barcelona.
Van Dijk is in contention for the title of player of the year in England
thanks to its transformative effect on Liverpool since it's become the
The most expensive defender in the world when relocating from Southampton for £ 75
millions of dollars ($ 98 million) last January.
However, the Dutchman believes that a collective effort is needed to
stop Messi, who scored 45 goals this season, two of which helped
Barca beat Manchester United 4-0 overall to move to last place
four.
"I think he's the best player in the world but we'll see.
to be a great match for all of us, "said Van Dijk, who has ambaded himself
while Liverpool beat Porto 4-1 on Wednesday to complete a 6-1
overall victory.
"It 's all about doing things together, it' s never one against one, it 's never just me against a particular attacker.
"It's always us against everyone and I think that's the only way to defend yourself well."
The return of Joe Gomez could further strengthen the defense of Liverpool for the league games.
Gomez formed a great partnership with Van Dijk earlier in the season before breaking a leg in December.
Gomez made his comeback as a substitute in northern Portugal and is
is also preparing for the prospect of facing the "best player
the world "to Messi.
"It will be a tough match, they are some of the best in the world,
clearly, and they probably have the best player in the world and a lot
the others around him, "said Gomez.
"It will be a tough match, but it's the subject of the Champions League.
"You do not go so far to have easy games and we know you have to win your place in the next round."
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