Learn the Inspiring Story of the Liverpool's Centre-Back, Virgil van Dijk! Read on your PC, Mac, smartphone, tablet or Kindle device! One of many riveting reads in the Soccer Biography Books series by Clayton Geoffreys. In Virgil van Dijk: The Inspiring Story of One of Soccer’s Star Center Backs , you'll discover the inspiring journey of soccer’s star, Virgil van Dijk. Best known as one of soccer’s top defenders, Virgil van Dijk began his career at Groningen before moving to Celtic, where he won two league titles. After a standout time at Southampton, he joined Liverpool in 2018 for a then-record fee, becoming the backbone of their defense. With Liverpool, he has won the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, FA Cup, and other multiple titles. In 2019, he was named UEFA Men’s Player of the Year and finished as the Ballon d’Or runner-up. On the international stage, van Dijk has captained the Netherlands, leading them to the 2019 UEFA Nations League final. His leadership and defensive excellence continue to shape modern football. Beyond club football, van Dijk has been a pillar of the Netherlands national team, captaining them to the UEFA Nations League final in 2019 and leading by example on and off the pitch. Pick up this unauthorized soccer biography today to learn the inspiring story behind star soccer centre-back, Virgil van Dijk! This is the perfect soccer chapter book for sports fans of all ages. This soccer book explores what makes Virgil van Dijk great, and what we can learn from his hard work. Here is a preview of what is inside this Virgil van Dijk book: Foreword - Introduction - Chapter 1: Early Childhood Life – From Breda to Brilliance - Chapter 2: Professional Career – Celtic F.C., Southampton F.C., and the Rise to Liverpool - Chapter 3: The Liverpool Era – Record Transfer, Champions League Triumph, and Premiership Glory - Chapter 4: International Career – Leading the Netherlands on the World Stage - Chapter 5: Personal Life – Family, Philanthropy, and Business Ventures - Chapter 6: Legacy and Future – Redefining Greatness and Looking Ahead - Final Word/About the Author An excerpt from this Virgil van Dijk biography: Introduction In modern soccer, defenders often play second-fiddle to forwards. For Virgil van Dijk, the Dutch Colossus, however, things are a little different. He is one of the few modern defenders celebrated on almost the same level as legendary players like Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and Kylian Mbappé. The Kopites adore him, Premier League attackers fear him, and everyone who is not a Liverpool fan hates him. And, at least for a time in 2019, he was regarded as one of the best footballers on the planet, finishing just seven points shy of the Ballon d’Or against Lionel Messi. He orchestrates the defense with composure. He rarely panics, even when the attacker seems to have an advantage over him. He paces and waits for the perfect time to strike, like a hunter waiting for his prey to make an error. He defends as if he knows what you are going to do before you even think about doing it. But he has also shown that he’s not just good at defending—he is also an effective offensive originator. For Liverpool, his precise long passes allow the team to transition from the backline straight to Mo Salah or Cody Gakpo at the flip of a switch. Did you enjoy this excerpt? If so, be sure to pick up a copy of this soccer biography book on Virgil van Dijk today! This is just one of many soccer biographies by Clayton Geoffreys. Also, be sure to check out Clayton's biography on Mohamed Salah or Sadio Mane after you finish this one.