The Reds took a big risk by making the Dutchman the world's most expensive defender but he hasn't looked back since netting on his debut in a derby
For once in his life, Virgil van Dijk was showing signs of nerves. A puff of the cheeks, a tap of the feet. Eyes wide, mind racing. It was a Friday night, and the clock was ticking.
Liverpool versus Everton would be a big date for anyone, let alone someone about to take their first steps as the world’s most expensive defender. Anfield had waited for the £75 million (€84m/$96m) man; it had begged for him.