Reports are suggesting that the Premier League giants Liverpool are looking to hunt for the potential replacement of towering Dutchman Virgil van Dijk in the upcoming summer transfer window.
Current Scenario Of The Defensive Wall In Anfield
The Premier League club, Liverpool are buckling up for their first summer signing under their new manager from Feyenoord, Arne Slo.
The Reds’ main focus will be on reinforcing their defensive department on the pitch, Liverpool’s expected goals against (xGA) have increased this season compared to the last season this shows how much of a defensive struggle they have this season.
With the confirmed departure of their veteran Joel Matip and also Ibrahima Konate’s prevailing injuries issues they are looking to seal the hole in their defensive wall.
The Need For Replacement
Although Joel Matip’s exit is significant, the primary concern is the left centre-back position which has been a hole in the defensive wall whenever Virgil Van Dijk has been absent or out of form.
Virgil van Dijk’s presence has been an undeniable threat to the opposition strikers, but the towering Dutchman turns 33 next year.
The age factor of the Dutchman highlights the need for a young understudy and also a defender who has world-class potential, the Reds are in heavy demand of that.
The Next Virgil Van Dijk For Liverpool
Liverpool’s defensive plan involves finding a reliable player to support and eventually replace Virgil Van Dijk ensuring the stability and physical strength of their defensive wall.
In the future, Liverpool must need a good defender who they can trust to deliver under big match pressure and against world-class Premier League and European teams.
Fans and the footballing world are eager to see what kinda of a player Liverpool hunt down and bring to Anfield to succeed at Van Dijk.
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