Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has expressed his admiration for Ryan Gravenberch’s performance, highlighting his notable evolution and potential within the team. Van Dijk believes that Gravenberch is at the best moment of his career, although he underlines the importance of continuing to work to reach his maximum level.
The midfielder became the youngest player to score and assist in a Merseyside derby in the Premier League, extending the team’s perfect record to five games. Gravenberch has proven to be a key piece in the team’s tactical scheme, especially since Arne Slot placed him in the number six position. The signing of Gravenberch for 34 million pounds from Bayern Munich seems to be a great investment, considering his impact on the game. Van Dijk highlighted Gravenberch’s importance to the team, emphasizing his ability to defend and attack. Gravenberch’s goal against Everton was his second in five matches, surpassing his performance from the previous season. His versatility has added a new dimension to Liverpool’s game, complicating the strategies of rival teams. The goal he scored in the 10th minute and the assist to Hugo Ekitike demonstrate his ability to contribute both in defense and attack. Despite the initial advantage, Liverpool failed to maintain comfort on the scoreboard, and Idrissa Gueye’s goal in the 58th minute generated tension in the match. “I don’t think you can expect easy matches in the Premier League,” Van Dijk added. “It’s about winning. Of course, you want to win comfortably, but that’s not always easy. Sometimes you have to fight, and that’s what we did in the second half.”“Not just this season, he’s been playing like this since the start of last season. It’s incredible. He’s very important to the way we play,” Van Dijk commented.
Virgil van Dijk
