(Reuters) - Leicester City boss Claude Puel believes Virgil van Dijk has all the attributes to become the best defender in the world following his record transfer from Southampton to Liverpool. Puel had Van Dijk as his captain at Southampton last season as the south coast club fought to keep the centre back at the club. Leicester visit Liverpool in the Premier League on Saturday, with Van Dijk officially joining the Merseyside club when the transfer window opens on Jan. 1. "He is one of the best defenders in the world and he has all the qualities to become the best. "We had good opportunities and good results recently against big teams like against Manchester United, Manchester City and Tottenham.

Source: The Star December 28, 2017 18:00 UTC