Virgil van Dijk is the captain that everyone else in the Liverpool dressing room Will be raised to fill in the leadership positions missing with the departures of Jordan Henderson and James Milner.
The club’s previous captain and vice-captain were senior players who left Anfield this summer. But while having to admit that They will be missed both on and off the pitch. Van Dijk has no doubts that members of the current squad will lead the team going forward.
“Of course. I saw many leaders. And, of course, a lot of players who become leaders of the team,” said the No.4 during his pre-match press conference in Singapore. to preview the game against Leicester City on Sunday Games to be broadcast live on LFCTV and LFCTV GO.
“Obviously it wasn’t something that happened overnight. But of course we have a lot of players who can carry the responsibility. And have to bear that responsibility, so I’m sure that’s going to happen.”
“But obviously those who leave are all important to us. with their experience And obviously with the quality they have too, but the others have to step up now.”
Read the rest of Van Dijk’s interview below….
On Henderson’s departure…
Obviously We will definitely miss him greatly as a player. But of course as a leader too. As the team captain[he is]very important to us. In our recent achievements over the past several years on the achievements for the club over the years so we will miss him. We will miss him greatly. But that is part of the football world as well. Players come and go and others have to step up now. and that’s true But we will definitely miss him, I will certainly miss him. and we bless him
On whether it was the feeling within the team and the desire to make things right from last season…
Of course, I think that’s the problem. Obviously we are all human. and over the last several years We all have achieved a lot together. And if you have a season like we had last year The point where a lot of things don’t go the way we all want, and then you want to make things right. Throughout pre-season[it was]very, very, very, very, very, very good. And hopefully it can be useful for us for the remainder of the season.
On his possibility of succeeding Henderson as club captain…
The captaincy is still unclear, so I can’t say much. but obviously I’ve captained the team many times over the last few years. And it’s a proud moment to do so. We will see what happens in the future. But I would be honored to be the captain of the team.
On the team’s return to Asia…
it was a great trip We love coming here, we love the fans, we appreciate all of you supporting us all over the world. But obviously being here and feel the love Everyone wants to feel loved. And seeing all the fans at the hotel, at the training ground, obviously tonight. (The opening rehearsal) will be great again. Like last year, so it’s always an amazing feeling to be in this division. and saw a lot of happy faces and made the fans happy too. We feel privileged and happy to do so. And let it continue to be so, of course.
On Alexis Mac Allister and Dominic Zoboslai and how he’s helping them settle in…
Let’s talk fair. I am very impressed with them. And obviously it’s just the beginning. It’s pre-season. But they are very adaptable. And I think in terms of leadership everyone he came You just want to welcome them the way you’ve always wanted to be. That’s normal I think. and customs here They are wonderful people. and we get along well and sincerely hope that We will be able to achieve great success together.
Talk about how he feels about his physical condition. And on whether he could benefit from the summer break…
Well, let’s hope so! I had an amazing vacation. and i feel great We have a great camp in Germany. where we train hard But it also did a very important tactical job. i feel great And I sincerely hope that we can all benefit from it. including myself
2023-07-29 14:51:46
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