Virgil van Dijk: Liverpool players’ meeting on Monday was not for ‘crisis’ talks

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk insists Monday’s players’ meeting was not for “crisis” talks, but he felt he had to deliver a message to the squad.

A run of four defeats prompted the unscheduled get-together, and it had the desired effect as Arne Slot’s side avoided equalling a 72-year record for losses with a comprehensive and confident 5-1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt in the Champions League.

In truth, Liverpool face much tougher opposition week in, week out in the Premier League – Saturday’s trip to Brentford a prime example – but returning to winning ways at least helps ease the scrutiny.

“On Monday everyone was sad because we lost to Man United at home,” said Van Dijk.

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