Sergio Aguero has hailed Virgil van Dijk as "one of the best centre-backs in the world", while highlighting the Liverpool star's impressive physical attributes.
Van Dijk has received widespread praise for his performances at Anfield since joining the Reds from Southampton for £75 million ($94m) in January 2018.
The 28-year-old has helped inspire Jurgen Klopp's men to Champions League glory and the top of the Premier League table, while also finishing second in last year's Ballon d'Or voting behind Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi.
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Aguero has enjoyed several tense battles against the Netherlands international in recent years, with Manchester City and Liverpool emerging as the two strongest sides in English football.