Jordan Henderson has hailed Virgil van Dijk as the "best centre-half in the world" after Liverpool were crowned Premier League champions.
The Reds are still 18 points ahead of nearest rivals Man City after a dominant season which saw them lose just once before they officially sealing the title.
Van Dijk has been pivotal to the club's title charge, helping his side to 15 clean sheets on the way. Few would argue against Henderson's claim, given the Dutchman was among the contenders for last year's Ballon d'Or, but the Liverpool captain has pinpointed just why van Dijk is head and shoulders above the rest. "Virgil is a huge player for us.
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