Virgil van Dijk explains the secret behind the incredible stat in the Premier League

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk enjoyed an incredible season on Merseyside as he became the first defender since John Terry to be named PFA Player of the Year. Liverpool beat Tottenham in the Champions League final and finished second in the Premier League behind a point from winners Manchester City. And the Dutchman had a great role in Liverpool’s success. On his brilliant contribution Van Dijk said: "I have had the benefit of a lot of one-v-ones by playing a lot on the streets. "I played in a lot of five-a-side games when I was younger and I loved to attack in those days as well, so you got a bit of a feeling how attackers might think in certain situations. "Obviously that comes with experience in my professional career too, but I think if you want to progress as a defender or an attacker then just keep playing in the streets with your friends." Van Dijk also offered some advice to youngsters coming through. "The best advice I've got is to stay humble, keep working hard and enjoy every bit of the way because before you know it, it is all going to be over and you do not want to have any regrets," he added. "That is the most important thing I would tell young players now because that is the most important thing that is staying in my mind."

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