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Liverpool captain Virgil Van Dijk 'back for seconds' as he's spotted at takeaway

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Liverpool Echo IconNewsUK & World NewsVirgil van DijkThe defender has been a key factor in the Reds' improved formVirgil van Dijk has been spotted in a restaurant whose owner said he "came back for seconds". The Liverpool captain visited a restaurant in Greater Manchester last week and was more than happy to pose for a photo alongside co-owner, Michelle, who claimed the Premier League defender previously visited and enjoyed it enough to return.Van Dijk was pictured in West Indian kitchen Sunrise Caribbean.



It also opened in MediaCity, Salford Quays earlier this year.Sunrise shared a picture with the Dutch captain last week, as they posted to social media: "Big Virgil Van Dijk enjoying some real Jamaican food from Sunrise. A further response was "nice picture, cheers."The Manchester Evening news reported that the restaurant is already a firm favourite with famous faces like Lionesses player Chloe Kelly, Spice Girl Mel B and Manchester boxer Zelfa Barrett, who have enjoyed food at the establishment before.Van Dijk has shared a rare insight into his home life this afternoon.

Another snap showed him holding the hand of his child.On the pitch, it has been back-to-back wins for the captain's side. Speaking afterwards, Van Dijk insisted there is still plenty of work to do to build on.Van Dijk, who made his 250th appearance for Liverpool at the weekend, said: "The mood in the dressing room has always been very good.