Arsenal defender William Saliba can add Virgil van Dijk to his growing fan club if the Liverpool centre-back’s social media activity is anything to go by. Saliba, 21, delivered an outstanding performance on his Premier League debut in the 2-0 victory against Crystal Palace on Friday.
The France youngster looked assured against a tricky Palace attack, helping the Gunners to an impressive opening day win at Selhurst Park.
Saliba was hailed by the Sky Sports pundits after the match with Gary Neville likening him to Rio Ferdinand. “I was massively impressed with Saliba,” said Neville.