Everton ace Richarlison has dismissed claims Virgil van Dijk is the best defender in the world ahead of tomorrow's Merseyside derby.The Brazilian striker has stoked the flames on the eve of the Toffees' clash with the Reds at Goodison Park by insisting there are better defenders in the world than the Kop star.“People talk a lot about him,” said Richarlison."Yes, he is a great defender, but I've already dribbled past him.“He was chosen as one of the top three in the world as he had an excellent season, but yes, for me, there are better defenders."Asked which players he thinks are better, the Everton forward added: "Thiago Silva, Marquinhos and Sergio Ramos.”Van Dijk won UEFA's Player of the Year award for last season after helping the Reds.
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