The Dutch defender has established himself as one of the best players in the Premier League and has become a rock at the back under Jurgen Klopp. The centre-back's form over the past year has even led to outspoken pundit Chris Sutton calling the 27-year-old the best player in the world. Former Celtic assistant manager John Collins has revealed that Gunners' chief scout Steve Rowley believed Van Dijk to be too nonchalant. WIN £25,000 for FREE with Footie5 - click here to play(Image: PA)"Arsenal’s chief scout [Steve Rowley] thought he was too nonchalant," Collins told beIN Sport. (Image: Getty Images)"He can be a bit nonchalant but he is a quality player.

Source: Daily Mirror December 25, 2018 11:48 UTC