Virgil van Dijk
Defender #4
Age 34 years
Nationality Netherlands
Market Value €23M
Career
L
◀ 2018 Liverpool from Southampton
S
2015 Southampton from Celtic
C
2013 Celtic from Groningen
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Virgil van Dijk is a exceptional MAGNET for Liverpool. Evidence: 87 Touches/90.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Shooting (65/100) but has room to grow in Workrate.
Physical profile: Tall For Position, Physically Strong, Veteran Experience.
Virgil van Dijk Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 94%
Weight 96%
Experience 95%
vs Premier League
Height 94%
Weight 97%
Experience 95%
Traits
GIANT VETERAN DECORATED EUROPEAN ELITE CHAMPION
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 38
Shooting 65
Defense 65
Workrate 32
Passing 33
Key Strength 65 Shooting
Area to Watch 32 Workrate
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Virgil van Dijk this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 18, 2026 | Liverpool 4-0 Galatasaray | 96' | 7.3 | - | - | 60 |
| Mar 15, 2026 | Liverpool 1-1 Tottenham | 95' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 51 |
| Mar 10, 2026 | Galatasaray 1-0 Liverpool | 93' | 6.9 | - | - | 53 |
| Mar 03, 2026 | Wolves 2-1 Liverpool | 97' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Liverpool 5-2 West Ham | 97' | 7.6 | 1 | 0 | 56 |
| Feb 22, 2026 | Nottingham Forest 0-1 Liverpool | 99' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 36 |
| Feb 11, 2026 | Sunderland 0-1 Liverpool | 97' | 8.5 | 1 | 0 | 26 |
| Feb 08, 2026 | Liverpool 1-2 Manchester City | 103' | 5.9 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Liverpool 4-1 Newcastle | 94' | 7.0 | - | - | 65 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Elche 1-3 Barcelona | 90' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 72 |
| Jan 28, 2026 | Liverpool 6-0 Qarabag | 91' | 8.9 | 0 | 3 | 74 |
| Jan 24, 2026 | Bournemouth 3-2 Liverpool | 94' | 7.3 | 1 | 0 | 79 |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Marseille 0-3 Liverpool | 92' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 53 |
| Jan 17, 2026 | Liverpool 1-1 Burnley | 95' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 59 |
| Jan 08, 2026 | Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool | 97' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2026 | Brighton vs Liverpool | 73 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Liverpool vs Fulham | 27 |
| Apr 19, 2026 | Everton vs Liverpool | 34 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Liverpool vs Crystal Palace | 37 |
| May 02, 2026 | Manchester United vs Liverpool | 30 |
| May 09, 2026 | Liverpool vs Chelsea | 63 |
| May 17, 2026 | Aston Villa vs Liverpool | 52 |
| May 24, 2026 | Liverpool vs Brentford | 28 |
Player Market Value
Track Virgil van Dijk's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €23.0M
Peak Value €100.0M (Q3'19)
€100.0M €50.0M €0
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Virgil van Dijk is Liverpool’s Gold Engine, a status reflecting his immense influence at Anfield. Since joining in 2018, the Dutchman has amassed 23 career trophies, establishing himself as a foundational pillar of the club’s modern era. Even at 35, his physical presence remains the defining factor in the team's structural integrity.
Operating with the MAGNET badge, van Dijk ensures the game flows through him, recording a significant 88 touches per 90 minutes. Over 24 appearances and 2160 minutes, he has proven his stamina and reliability. While his season ability sits at 52, he is currently hitting top form with a perfect form rating of 100. This Defense specialist has recently added a goal to his tally, showing he is on an upward trajectory despite the Stakes of a demanding Premier League campaign.
With a market value of €23M, van Dijk’s experience is invaluable during this title race. Although his valuation shows a falling trend due to age, his Balance and leadership on the pitch remain essential for a side navigating the high-pressure environment of top-tier football.