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Van Dijk Warns Liverpool's Defensive Issues Are 'Not Sustainable'

Van Dijk Warns Liverpool's Defensive Issues Are 'Not Sustainable'
English Premier League · 14:00:44 - Sunday, 8 November 2026

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has acknowledged the team's ongoing defensive struggles, describing the current situation as "not sustainable" for the club's ambitions. The Dutch centre-back's comments come amid growing concern over the Reds' backline stability this season.

Van Dijk, who has been a cornerstone of Liverpool's defense since joining in 2018, spoke candidly about the need for improvement. The 33-year-old defender emphasized that the team cannot continue conceding chances at the current rate if they aim to compete for major honors.

Liverpool's defensive record has been a talking point early in the campaign, with the side showing vulnerability in several matches. Van Dijk's leadership will be crucial as the team seeks to regain the defensive solidity that characterized their most successful recent seasons.

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