Van Dijk, who became the world’s most expensive defender when he moved to Anfield from Southampton for £75million in January 2018, has admitted that both Pep Guardiola and Antonio Conte offered him the chance to wear a blue shirt. But the 28-year-old Dutchman chose Liverpool – after being seduced by Klopp’s charm offensive. Van Dijk, who has now won the Champions League and Premier League in successive seasons, said: “I had the chance to go to Chelsea and Man City. “When you compare the clubs, you look at the history, the town, the current squad, their plans for the near future. (Image: Liverpool FC via Getty Images)“But the most important thing you look at is the manager – and Jurgen Klopp is an important reason why I chose for Liverpool.

Source: Daily Mirror July 04, 2020 21:30 UTC