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Virgil van Dijk Wants to Become a 'Legend at Liverpool,' Talks Retirement Plans

Virgil van Dijk recently celebrated the anniversary of his arrival at Anfield and says he wants to leave as a "legend at Liverpool," adding he'd be open to retiring to a quieter life when his playing days are done.

The most expensive defender in world football is the toast of the Premier League but has major club goals in mind. Van Dijk sat down with Guillem Balague in an interview for BBC 5 Live's Football Daily podcast (h/t BBC Sport) and discussed how he wants to be remembered:

"As a legend of Liverpool.