Virgil van Dijk rejects claim that Liverpool’s title is ‘almost there’ - A 2-0 win over Newcastle, coupled with Arsenal’s draw at Nottingham Forest, opened up a 13-point lead at the top

Virgil van Dijk rarely looks flustered on a football pitch. He’s a colossal center-back, with all the physical traits of an early ‘90s defender alongside the technical qualities required to play the role today.

Real Madrid are still keeping an eye on Virgil van Dijk as his Liverpool contract continues to wind down, with no clear future for the veteran defender.

Captain Virgil van Dijk reflects as Liverpool go 13 points clear of Arsenal in the Premier League title race with a 2-0 win over Newcastle United

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has urged supporters to make Anfield "horrible" for opponents in the coming months as his team seek to get their Premier League title challenge over the line.

Virgil van Dijk has been in a title-winning position before with Liverpool and knows what needs to be done to get over the line.