In a wide-ranging interview with Gary Lineker, Liverpool boss Arne Slot says he was "surprised" by the quality of Virgil van Dijk's passing and discusses the Reds' season so far.

A big decision is looming for Arne Slot over the immediate future of Liverpool starlet Jayden Danns, but the Dutchman says he has no concerns about the youngster's mentality

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has admitted he has been taken aback by Virgil van Dijk’s exceptional ability, describing the club captain as being on "another level".

Virgil van Dijk is an amazing player for Liverpool but it seems that everyone doesn’t necessarily share that opinion, something Arne Slot has commented on. Speaking with BBC Sport, our head coach discussed thoughts on his captain: “Everybody here in England would tell you that Virgil van Dijk is the best defender in the world.

"Very proud. My family and my kids were here today so it was a special day,” Van Dijk admitted to reporters, including the ECHO, after his landmark appearance. “I might get a glass of red wine tonight just to celebrate, me and my wife. But that's it. The focus is then on the next game.

Van Dijk’s 300th Liverpool Appearance Reinforces His Influence Under SlotLiverpool’s 4-1 victory over Ipswich Town at Anfield was more than just another step towards the Premier League title. It

Virgil van Dijk has admitted that he still has ‘no idea’ how long he has left at Liverpool, as the future of three of the club’s superstars still hangs in the balance. It has been a stunning season so far for the Reds, sitting top of the Premier League and the Champions League group, with Arne Slot impressing in his first season in charge.

Virgil van Dijk is an amazing player for Liverpool but it seems that everyone doesn’t necessarily share that opinion, something Arne Slot has commented on.

Virgil Van Dijk Nears Milestone as Liverpool Eyes Ipswich ClashLiverpool’s towering defender, Virgil van Dijk, is on the cusp of his 300th appearance for the club, a landmark he’s poised to reach

And with Virgil going 300 not out, former England striker Darren Bent has ranked where the 33-year-old sits in terms of the division’s best ever centre-backs. Van Dijk will undoubtedly go down as one of the best ever players in Liverpool’s history. If his story at Anfield continues beyond this season, his legacy will only deepen.

Liverpool face an anxious end to the season on the contract front with Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold all nearing the end of their deals.Arguably the club’s three most