According to Goal.com, former Liverpool player Gary Gillespie has said that defensive ace Virgil Van Dijk could become one of the best defenders in the Premier League. The player has been in good form this season and has done well after shouldering the responsibility of keeping the Liverpool backline strong since his move from Southampton in the last term.

Gillespie has said that he wants the Dutchman to turn his abilities into titles and evolve as one of the defensive greats in the Premier League. In an interview with the Mirror, he said, “I’ve been asked a lot in recent weeks: Just where does Van Dijk stand, in relation to the likes of John Terry, Rio Ferdinand, Jaap Stam even, who are up there as the greatest centre-backs in Premier League history.”

He added, “Honestly, ability-wise and technique-wise I would put him top. He’s got absolutely everything. But to become a living legend you have to be successful and win trophies and medals on regular basis… not just a one-off. Terry and Ferdinand, they had immense quality, but they also had longevity. Virgil, he’s probably ahead technically, but he needs to show it with trophies.”

The Reds are currently looking strong contenders to win the Premier League trophy this season, with the defending Champions Manchester City following them closely, with a difference of three points between the two sides.

SEE ALSO: Van Dijk Says He Has Taken Inspiration From Dalglish

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