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Marco van Basten criticises Virgil van Dijk's 'very strange' national team performances, insisting the Liverpool defender does 'so little' for Holland's build-up play... but the Dutch legend was full of praise for defensive partner Jurrien Timber

Marco van Basten has criticised Virgil van Dijk for his recent performances for the Dutch national team - claiming he 'does so little'.

Following a 1-0 win over Belgium and a 2-0 win over Poland, Van Basten's criticism seems to be coming at a strange time after consecutive clean sheets for the Liverpool star.

However, Van Dijk's performances haven't been up to the 57-year-old's standards - especially when compared to his centre back partner Jurrien Timber.

Marco van Basten has said that Virgil van Dijk 'does so little' for the Holland national team

Marco van Basten has said that Virgil van Dijk 'does so little' for the Holland national team

Speaking to Ziggo Sport after the win against Belgium, Van Basten said: 'Van Dijk is actually the best man, but does the least in terms of initiative.