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Liverpool Echo
Liverpool Echo
Sport
Stephen Killen

Virgil van Dijk hits back after harsh criticism from two Dutch legends as Liverpool defender labelled a 'first class wimp'

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk hit back after coming under further criticism from Marco van Basten, Ruud Gullitt and Gertjan Verbeek over his role as Holland captain.

The Reds centre-back has seen his form suffer during a dismal campaign for Jurgen Klopp's side as they look to salvage a place in next season's Champions League campaign in their next 12 Premier League games. Van Dijk's time on the pitch this season hasn't been perfect as he was forced to spend an extended spell on the sidelines following a hamstring injury.

Following their 3-0 win over Gibraltar, the Champions League and Premier League-winning defender hit back at claims from the two Dutch icons.

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