Virgil van Dijk, Liverpool
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Liverpool edged an uninspiring encounter at the Stadium of Light.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has been discussing his retirement plans, with the Dutch defender being asked about whether he sees himself as a manager or pundit. There is still plenty left for the Premier League title winner to achieve before the day comes for boots to be hung up for the final time.
Virgil van Dijk broke the deadlock for the Reds midway through the second half by heading home Mohamed Salah's in-swinging corner to beat Robin Roefs. The Dutchman's opener saw him eclipse one of his predecessors both at centre-back and as captain for the most Premier League goals by a defender in Anfield history.
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has responded to Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's Instagram post with a fire emoji after he scored on his Celtic debut.
The Liverpool captain praised Brian Brobbey’s form and paid tribute to Sunderland after their Stadium of Light clash
Liverpool closed the gap on those above them in the Premier League's top-five race as Virgil van Dijk's header secured a 1-0 win over Sunderland on Wednesday. Arne Slot's side became the first visiting team to win at the Stadium of Light this season while taking advantage of both Chelsea and Manchester United dropping points 24 hours earlier.