Virgil van Dijk
CB · Liverpool · Netherlands
Quick facts
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Born
April 7, 1991
Zodiac
♈ Aries
About
Virgil van Dijk is a world-class center-back who captains Liverpool and the Netherlands. The Dutch colossus is widely regarded as one of the best defenders of his generation, combining physical dominance with exceptional reading of the game.
Strengths
- +Aerial dominance
- +Reading of the game
- +Leadership
- +Composure
- +Distribution
Weaknesses
- −Pace when exposed in space
- −Age affecting recovery speed
- −Can be too relaxed in possession
Role in the XI
Van Dijk plays as the central defender in a back three, commanding the defense and building attacks with his passing.
Career Timeline
Club progression, international milestones, and current status.
Born in Netherlands
Virgil van Dijk was born on April 7, 1991 in Netherlands.
Played for Groningen
Played for Groningen, making 62 appearances and scoring 7 goals.
Played for Celtic
Played for Celtic, making 76 appearances and scoring 9 goals.
International debut for Netherlands
Made senior international debut for Netherlands. Has earned 80 caps and scored 9 goals for the national team.
Played for Southampton
Played for Southampton, making 67 appearances and scoring 4 goals.
Joined Liverpool
Signed for Liverpool, making 263 appearances and scoring 24 goals.
Current Status
Currently playing for Liverpool and preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Netherlands.
Career History
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Groningen | 2011–2013 | 62 | 7 | - |
Celtic | 2013–2015 | 76 | 9 | - |
Liverpool | 2018–Present | 263 | 24 | - |
Southampton | 2015–2018 | 67 | 4 | - |
| Total | 468 | 44 | 0 | |
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2026 club status
Liverpool
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