Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk's outstanding leadership qualities have been demonstrated, with the Dutchman the player that "everyone looks up to in the locker room" at Anfield.

The center-back already boasts legendary status on Merseyside after an incredible seven-year spell with the Reds following his move from Southampton in 2018.

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Unquestionably the club's leader on the field, the veteran superstar is said to be a "hands on leader" - even more so than previous Liverpool mainstays Henderson and James Milner.

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That is according to the Daily Mail, who explored the former Celtic player's relationships with his colleagues, revealing that the Reds skipper is particularly close with defensive partners Ibrahima Konate and Joe Gomez.

Having put pen-to-paper on a new two-year contract to stay with Liverpool, it is clear that current boss Slot sees the skipper as central to his plans moving forward as they look to clinch a first title together - barring a spectacular collapse - in the coming months.

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Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk.

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