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'Van Dijk's too big, too strong, too quick' - Deeney reveals 'hate' for Liverpool defender

Watford forward Troy Deeney has confessed that he cannot stand the sight of Liverpool enforcer Virgil van Dijk - and he is not too keen on defensive partner Joe Gomez, either.

Liverpool have raced to the top of the Premier League table in 2018-19, winning six out of six games to date.

And while Jurgen Klopp's men have been overwhelming in attack, a much-improved effort at the back has also helped them occupy the summit.

Both Van Dijk and Gomez have been exceptional in allowing just two goals so far in front of Alisson in goal, and Deeney joked that he is sick of the sight of them.