Virgil van Dijk has clashed with Manchester City on numerous occasions throughout his career.
Consequently, the Liverpool captain is more aware of the exceptional talent of City’s players than the majority of other players.
Van Dijk, who has encountered the Englishman for years, referred to him as a “unbelievable player.”
Sergio Aguero was another player whom Van Dijk held in high regard, referring to him as a “handful” after facing off against him at both Liverpool and Southampton.
Erling Haaland is identified by Virgil van Dijk as one of his most formidable adversaries.
Virgil van Dijk is regarded as one of the most exceptional defenders in the history of the Premier League, and his praise for a player indicates the extent of their authentic talent.
Despite the fact that Manchester City and Liverpool have engaged in intense on-field conflicts since the inception of Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp’s rivalry, it has appeared that both sets of players have mutual respect for one another.
Van Dijk responded to the PFA’s inquiry regarding the most difficult strikers to play against in the Premier League on their TikTok live stream by naming Erling Haaland, [Alexander] Isak, [Ollie] Watkins, and Harry Kane.
“It is evident that we are discussing the Premier League’s recent history; there are numerous examples.”
Erling Haaland’s record in comparison to Virgil van Dijk
Nevertheless, Haaland also praised Van Dijk, describing him as his most difficult opponent in the Premier League.
Eight times have the two players engaged in a head-to-head match.
Haaland, whom Troy Deeney described as “remarkable,” has only scored once in these contests and has not recorded a single assist.
The Champions League-winning centre-back has surpassed him thus far, as he has only won one of eight matches, drawn two, and lost five.
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