Netherlands boss Xavi shares what he thinks about Virgil van Dijk’s current form for Liverpool

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And after confirming that the Liverpool centre-back will remain as his captain for the time being, Xavi went into detail about how impressed he has been with Van Dijk’s recent form. He has the capacity to continue, he’s a good leader, he’s positive, he’s motivated, so yeah.

Really nice meeting, I travelled to Liverpool, so I think he’s ready to compete, to be the leader, our captain. So, very happy at this point.”READ MORE: Michael Owen thinks he already knows who’s going to replace Virgil van Dijk for LiverpoolAsked whether he had any doubts that Van Dijk would not continue playing for his country, Xavi said that his selection, like the rest of his teammates, will depend on his form.

He’s fit, he’s a good leader in his club, I think there’s no reason for him not to continue with us in the national team. “But for now he’s fit, he performs and he will be our captain, that’s it.