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Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk swapped jerseys with Real Madrid icon Roberto Carlos in the aftermath of his side’s victory over Los Blancos.As much was confirmed by way of a photo to have gone
The centre back played a pivotal role in handing Trent Alexander-Arnold and Real Madrid their second defeat this season.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has revealed he took the drastic action following the damaging 2-1 defeat by Liverpool in a bid to halt the Premier League champions worrying slide, which had seen them lose four matches on the bounce.
Amid significant roster changes, Liverpool successfully retained Virgil van Dijk by renewing his contract, ensuring he continues to lead the team. Despite this, reports suggest that the veteran defender had the opportunity to join one of the top teams globally but was surprisingly turned down.
Alexander-Arnold’s return to Merseyside has dominated the buildup to Tuesday night’s weighty Champions League clash between two members of European royalty. The Liverpool academy graduate left his boyhood club under a cloud after running down his contract and is bracing himself for a frosty reception from embittered fans.