But it has also reduced the spotlight, and appreciation, directed towards the Reds defenders - which is something of an achievement, given just how intense its glare was when Virgil van Dijk arrived at Anfield a few short months ago. (Image: Liverpool FC via Getty Images)“Now, I'm getting better and better and the understanding with all of the players is getting much better. Yet that places a huge strain on defenders like van Dijk. “It's more than that, it's also just condition-wise and the way Liverpool play you need to be spot on. “You're giving everything for your country, and that's what I'm going to do.

Source: Daily Mirror March 19, 2018 12:11 UTC