Virgil van Dijk has been confirmed as Liverpool’s new club captain ahead of the 2023/24 season with Trent Alexander-Arnold handed a more senior role by Jurgen Klopp
Liverpool have named Virgil van Dijk as their club captain following the departure of Jordan Henderson.
The Reds had been looking for new skipper since the midfielder joined Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq for around £13million last Thursday. Jurgen Klopp revealed before the 4-0 pre-season win over Leicester that he had made his decision but needed to tell his players first.
Now, it has been confirmed that Van Dijk will take up the position ahead of the 2023/24 campaign. The Dutchman has previously wore the captain’s armband in Henderson’s absence, but will now have the responsibility on a full-time basis, with Trent Alexander-Arnold chosen as the Reds’ vice-captain.
Speaking during Liverpool’s pre-season tour in Singapore, Van Dijk told the club’s website: “[It’s] a really proud day for me, for my wife, for my kids, my family. It’s been a special feeling and I can’t really describe it at this point. But it’s something that I’m really, really proud of.