Virgil van Dijk at the heart of the Premier League title challenge in Liverpool, says Luis Garcia | Football News



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Last updated: 22/03/19 21:18

Virgil van Dijk has not missed a Premier League match all season

Virgil van Dijk has not missed a Premier League match all season

Virgil van Dijk is a leading actor who gives badent to the art of defending, according to former Liverpool striker Luis Garcia.

Van Dijk was one of the mainstays of Liverpool's defense and played a decisive role in helping the Reds qualify for 17 draws this weekend.

The Dutchman has also shown great formality on the other end of the field, scoring four times in his last six games, including a goal for the Netherlands in their 4-0 win against Belarus on Thursday. evening.

Garcia's goal against Chelsea sent Liverpool to the 2005 Champions League final

Garcia's goal against Chelsea sent Liverpool to the 2005 Champions League final

Garcia, who is back in Merseyside to take part in a Liverpool Legends game against Milan Glorie this weekend, explains that Van Dijk's performances are one of the main reasons Liverpool is looking for of the title this season.

"Van Dijk looks easy," Garcia said Sky sports news.

"I think he's one of the best players you need on your team, not only because of his playing style, but also because of the personality and character he brings to the field.

Van Dijk completed the mark in the Netherlands' 4-0 win over Belarus

Van Dijk completed the mark in the Netherlands' 4-0 win over Belarus

"On the pitch, he's always in the right place, he has the tempo of the match [under control]. Sometimes he leads from the backside he wants to go fast or slowly [and] It is very difficult to find players like this.

"That's why it has been so important for Liverpool this year and, of course, it will be tough this year for the title."

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Former Reds defender Daniel Agger says Virgil van Dijk has revealed a "great first day match" in Liverpool

Former Reds defender Daniel Agger says Virgil van Dijk has revealed a "great first day match" in Liverpool

The match between Liverpool and Milan this weekend will bring together 17 players from the epic final of the 2005 Champions League in Istanbul.

Milan boss Gennaro Gatusso and Rossoneri's other icons, Paolo Maldini, Andrea Pirlo and Kaka, are among the players appearing for Milan Glorie at Anfield on Saturday.

Kaka to wear AC Milan jersey at Anfield this weekend

Kaka to wear AC Milan jersey at Anfield this weekend

The Reds, meanwhile, will line up a team consisting of Steven Gerrard, Jamie Carragher, Sami Hyypia and Jerzy Dudek.

"Let's hope we can have a good game," Garcia said. "I know the game will probably not be as fast as before, but we will try to do our best.

"But it 's fantastic for us to be here with the CFL Foundation and for all players to help support all their great causes.

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