Liverpool's new-look defence will take time to gel, says Van Dijk
Most outlets led with Virgil van Dijk’s statement that Liverpool’s revamped defence needs time to adapt. One outlet highlighted the departures of Ibrahima Konate and Andy Robertson, as well as Joe Gomez’s injury, as key factors behind the defensive overhaul. Another noted van Dijk’s comments on new signings Ronald Araujo and Jeremy Jacquet, quoting him as calling them “good players.”
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Liverpool's new-look defence will take time to gel, says Van Dijk
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk said the club’s revamped backline would require some time to click into gear, despite describing new signings Ronald Araujo and Jeremy Jacquet as “good players”. Ibrahima Konate and Andy Robertson’s departures, as well as Joe Gomez’s muscle injury in the club’s opening pre-season match, have forced Liverpool to rebuild their defence. The Merseyside club strengt...
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Liverpool's new-look defence will take time to gel, says Van Dijk
Ibrahima Konate and Andy Robertson's departures, as well as Joe Gomez's muscle injury in the club's opening pre-season match, have forced Liverpool to rebuild their defence
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