Liverpool news: Jamie Carragher singles out two stars after Crystal Palace win
LIVERPOOL legend Jamie Carragher was seriously impressed with the performances of Virgil van Dijk and his centre-back partner Joe Gomez against Crystal Palace tonight.
But, tonight is the reason, and maybe games in the future, why you spend £75m on Virgil van Dijk
Jamie Carragher on Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk
Jamie Carragher was pleased with the England international, but says Van Dijk proved why he is the world’s most expensive defender at £75million.
“I think the really good things about Liverpool’s performance tonight was that we saw two sides of it,” he said on Sky Sports.
“First half in total control, keeping possession, not creating lots of chances, but you’re waiting for the game to open up.
“As soon as it goes 1-0 you know Palace will put you under pressure and Liverpool dealt with it.
Liverpool news: Virgil van Dijk starred in the win over Crystal Palace (Image: SKY SPORTS/GETTY)
Liverpool news: Jamie Carragher singled out Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez (Image: SKY SPORTS)
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Liverpool news: Joe Gomez has started both games of the season so far (Image: GETTY)
“Gomez, I thought he was outstanding.
"But, tonight is the reason, and maybe games in the future, why you spend £75m on Virgil van Dijk.
“There was two or three minutes to go, Liverpool give a free kick away in a dangerous position, he wins the first header, it goes out for a corner.
“Then the next one comes in and that’s where the breakaway comes for the goal.