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Watford's Troy Deeney Says He Hates Playing Against Liverpool's Virgil Van Dijk

Watford striker Troy Deeney has said he hates facing Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk given how much of a challenge it is coming up against him.

Deeney explained on BBC Radio 5 Live's The Monday Night Club (h/t Joe Strange for MailOnline) why he's such a tough opponent.

"I've said it many times, I hate him," he said. "I hate going up against him. He's too big, too strong, too quick, too good on the ball, loves fighting, a good head of hair."

Van Dijk became the world's most expensive defender when he joined Liverpool from Southampton in January for £75 million, per BBC Sport.