A story told by former Liverpool defender Sepp van den Berg sums up the class of compatriot Virgil van Dijk and shows why the Dutchman went on to become the Reds' captain

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has dismissed suggestions the Premier League leaders are in crisis following Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest.

Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk shuts down 'crisis' suggestions: 'We can't be perfect all the time' - The Reds have won just three of their last seven games across all competitions

Liverpool's title bid has stuttered in recent weeks and Jamie Carragher believes the Reds need to address a key issue in the summer transfer window to avoid a crisis

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While Liverpool fans hope Virgil van Dijk remains beyond the summer, at 33, the club needs to start thinking about a long-term successor for the Dutchman. Murphy has suggested a current Premier League captain.

Virgil van Dijk has laughed off suggestions Liverpool find themselves in the midst of a "crisis". The Reds enjoyed a dominant start to life under new manager Arne Slot but have endured a clear downturn in form in recent weeks.

New Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes will look at both conventional and outside-the-box options to replace Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold

Virgil van Dijk was asked to delve into his talismanic reserves by Liverpool boss Arne Slot at Nottingham Forest. He did not disappoint.

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Virgil van Dijk was playing as Liverpool's only center-back at times against Nottingham Forest. But he is more than happy to do that if it gives the team the best chance.