The centre-half is grateful for every second of his seven competitive outings so far this season, but knows further levels can be reached as the campaign goes on.
Van Dijk's return from a lengthy lay-off with a knee injury has helped the Reds climb to the top of the Premier League table after six rounds of fixtures, with encouraging progress also being made in the Champions League.
On Sunday, Pep Guardiola's reigning champions arrive at a sold-out Anfield – the type of occasion the No.4 has been craving ever since he was sidelined.
Liverpoolfc.com caught up with Van Dijk at the AXA Training Centre to discuss the encounter with City, his own form this term and more – read on for the interview.