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Virgil Van Dijk is back at his top level
Van Dijk has rediscovered the level that makes him one of the best center-backs in the world.
Virgil Van Dijk is the leader of Liverpool's team, and his presence is crucial for the defensive unit. This season, Van Dijk has rediscovered his top level, making him one of the best center-backs in the world. Looking at his stats this year, it's challenging to find many defenders who have performed better than him in Premier League 2023/24.
Van Dijk Premier League stats 2023/24:
◉ 15 games
◉ 1 goal
◉ 2 assists
◉ 90.1% pass success
◉ 77% duel success
◉ 22 tackles
◉ 24 interceptons
Van Dijk is a monster in his duels, and not many players get past him. He wins 77% of his duels, which is the highest among all defenders in the league, and he is the player with the second-highest number of aerial duels won.
Most aerial duels won in Premier League 2023/24:
◉ Ethan Pinnock (72)
◉ Virgil Van Dijk (71)
◉ Carlton Morris (65)
◉ James Tarkowski (62)
◉ Dominic Calvert-Lewin (55)
Van Dijk is undoubtedly the first name on the team sheet when Klopp selects his Liverpool lineup. His presence not only adds immense footballing quality but also boosts morale for others on the team, thanks to his leadership abilities.