Virgil van Dijk
Virgil van Dijk joined Liverpool from Southampton in January 2018 for a fee that made him the most expensive defender in the world at the time, and he transformed the club's fortunes almost overnight. Composed, commanding and physically dominant, the Dutch centre-back gave Liverpool a defensive foundation they had lacked for years, becoming captain and the on-field leader of Jurgen Klopp's side. Van Dijk was instrumental as Liverpool won the Champions League in 2019 and ended a 30-year wait for the league title in 2020, and finished runner-up for the Ballon d'Or in 2019 - an extraordinary achievement for a defender. Widely regarded as one of the best centre-backs of his generation, Van Dijk continues to marshal the Liverpool backline and captain both club and country.
Liverpool FC career record
- Position: DF
- Nationality: Netherlands
- Born in: Breda
- Liverpool career: 2018–present
- This season (2026/27): 8 appearances, 0 goals
- Last season (2025/26): 55 appearances, 8 goals
Virgil van Dijk stats for Liverpool
In 2026/27, Virgil van Dijk has made 8 appearances and scored 0 goals for Liverpool. Last season (2025/26) Virgil van Dijk made 55 appearances and scored 8 goals for Liverpool.
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Frequently asked questions
How many goals has Virgil van Dijk scored for Liverpool this season?
In 2026/27, Virgil van Dijk has scored 0 goals in 8 appearances for Liverpool, according to the player records on Liverpool Vibes.
When did Virgil van Dijk play for Liverpool?
Virgil van Dijk played for Liverpool FC from 2018, and is still at the club.
Where is Virgil van Dijk from?
Virgil van Dijk was born in Breda, Netherlands.