Dejan Lovren's central defensive partner at Liverpool told 'De Telegraaf' gave his opinion on the Real Madrid captain: "He's a great player but not my favourite".
Virgil van Dijk spoke loud and clear when asked his opinion on Real Madrid's defence: "Ramos isn't the best central defender in the world. He's a great player and I respect him for everything he's won but he's not my kind of centre-back. Raphaël Varane is my favourite. He's an excellent defender, he's young and yet he's won a lot". Van Dijk spoke to De Telegraaf just when his partner at the back at Liverpool Dejan Lovren made the headlines after having a pop at the Madrid captain and insists he has a completely different style. "I don't defend in the same way as Sergio Ramos and besides, I try to avoid the kind of situations he gets involved in", the Reds centre-back said.
Madrid channelled efforts down the left
He was also asked about Salah's shoulder injury as a result of a challenge by Ramos during last year's Champions League final who some think was deliberate. "I don't know whether it was intentcional or not but it's true that something changed in Real Madrid's mentality after Salah got injured. Suddenly, Marcelo, Benzema and Cristiano Ronaldo started targetting our young full-back Alexander-Arnold, leaving the right wing completely open. With Salah on the pitch they wouldn'rt have dared to do that", he explained. "Sometimes I think about that night... The game might have turned out very differently. I hope to play the final and win it in the future. If I don't, that night in Kiev will haunt me forever".
lopegood
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Maldini: “Ramos is my successor ” Bonucci and Chielleni: “Ramos is the best defender itw.” Suarez: “Ramos is my toughest opponent.” Meanwhile Van Dijk and Lovren talking nonsense about Ramos
Farhanakarim
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I think all the Liverpool player started hating ramos after ucl final incident. But the fact is ramos didn't do this intentionally . I don't think if salah was on that match they would win because Real Madrid fully dominated that match. .Guys what ever u say but the truth is ramos is still the best at this age . He is true leader . He always comes front when teams need . I know that Ramos not having good time this season . But still he is best . Varane is also great . But still not his level till now .VVD is currently the best. I don't why lovren speaks so much . He is not in the top 10 list . But I would still prefer ramos above than varane
Lubipuz
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Maldini: “Ramos is my successor ” Bonucci and Chielleni: “Ramos is the best defender itw.” Suarez: “Ramos is my toughest opponent.” Meanwhile Van Dijk and Lovren talking nonsense about Ramos
when we talk about complete defenders Sergio Ramos tops the list guys let's be realistic when we comment noone wants a sisy kind of defender in their team player ,coach nor supporter we have dengerous forwards nowadays i.e Ronaldo, Messi ,Cavani & a whole bunch of game changing strikers & midfielders. ....my point is these kind of marauding players need to be tested tested here & now least they make a party out of u a little nudge on the heal or a little tug of the jersey wouldn't do no harm ,a defender should give his man something to think twice about noone wants a highway for a defender & Sergio Ramos ain't no highway but a roadblock
Elvisbarry
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to me van dijk is the best defender in the world now...he's got pace,agility, tackling ability,aerial threat,good passer and an intimidating presence in his own box varane has almost the same qualities.. but it's not as good as van dijk..he's only lucky to have played for Madrid..a club that wins laurels every season..and showcases d best talents around the world so van dijk choosing varane over Ramos is justified based on recent performances over the years but the best currently is van dijk
saeeimtuy
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Google Van Dijk: Most Expensive Defender latest crown: 0 Google Ramos: Best defender in the world latest crown: FifPro 11 best defender award
Floxy
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Liverpool fans and players are still mourning from the champions league finals loss because they’re not even sure when they’ll ever show up there again...maybe 10 years from now. You bring elementary school players Karius, Salah, old and worn out Milner, Alexander Arnold, Van Dijk to play in a final against hardcore veterans who had already won the trophy back to back like Ronaldo, Bale, Modric, Ramos, Casemiro and you expect to win? Did you loose your mind? Finals are meant to be played by men not toddlers. Stop blaming Ramos he was just doing his job, look and compare the Real Madrid lineup Zidane unleashed against the lineup Klopp released! You bring that team any day or even your current team any day we will trash you any day all day long!
I’m talking about the champions league shit that Lovren keeps lamenting about. And for your information we started poorly this season and rightfully so. We lost Zidane and Ronaldo, significant losses but currently we’re doing fine. We’re turning it around like we always do, we’re Real Madrid current European defending champions in case you forgot that as well
RealMd13
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🔥 Van Dijk you are not on as level as Ramos the man knows how to lead a team and come out as a winner you both played against each other in champions league final one team conceded 1 goal and we all saw who was blocking more shots on madrid defense line and your Liverpool defense allowed 3 goals including a bicycle kick from bale so before you open your mouth please win a World Cup with Netherlands 🇳🇱 and win a champions league title with Liverpool than lets talk about 😂#mgk
depenopry
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only Liverpool defender that doesn't regards Ramos as the Best defender because last year final. did Liverpool think the are favorite in that final absolutely nonsense real Madrid have more experience player that wins the competition on numerous occasions
Kaadilnpsy
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Van Dijik, u still ve a long way to go, check out how many times Ramos featured in FIFA best xi. u r just jelos for being a loser, u spik with bias bc of de fnal in Kiev, RAMOS is not only a defender, but a leader, a captain, How many goals has he for bof Madrid n Spain? Ramos is far far bera Dan u at every domain, his defensive ability, his attackx skil, he kan read the game, his experience, Ramos was already de best at ur age. so concentrate on ur game n let your mouth do less work
Floxy
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Liverpool fans and players are still mourning from the champions league finals loss because they’re not even sure when they’ll ever show up there again...maybe 10 years from now. You bring elementary school players Karius, Salah, old and worn out Milner, Alexander Arnold, Van Dijk to play in a final against hardcore veterans who had already won the trophy back to back like Ronaldo, Bale, Modric, Ramos, Casemiro and you expect to win? Did you loose your mind? Finals are meant to be played by men not toddlers. Stop blaming Ramos he was just doing his job, look and compare the Real Madrid lineup Zidane unleashed against the lineup Klopp released! You bring that team any day or even your current team any day we will trash you any day all day long!
RäbbïHösënRömän
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With due respect, if I'm offered to choose 2 center backs Van dijk will be 2nd one right now but my first one will be Ramos. He maybe destructive or maybe a card getting player but still he is the best defender I have ever seen cause whatever he does, he does it for team and this is what every defender should do...
SanusiAbass
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he is a great player and i respect him for everything is has won👉that is when you are one of the greatest defender ever but not the best.....Raphael varane is my favourite 👉that is likeness and love .... he has a complete different style 👉 that is when u know what you're doing as a defender .....i don't defend the same way as Sergio Ramos 👉because he is more active and know what he does than you....with sallah on the pitch they wouldn't have dared to do that 👉 with benzema marcelo ramos and mr cr7 still on pitch real madrid we still beat the hell out of you because champions league cup is there girlfriend.... when you're not the best club in the world ....
Neycnopuy
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there's no denying the quality of Van Diyk. He's obviously a top quality player. He is solid defensively plus he gives you options up front. He also is a good leader. But he is nowhere near Sergio Ramos. Even Varane is no where near Ramos. This is because Ramos shows up for the big games (save this season). How many winning headers has he won at die minute?? many. Liverpool and Madrid are capable of winning matches without Van Diyk or Varane being fully in the match!! Every team needs players that are able to show up for the big games and to lead on the pitch. The truth every player will tell you (if they are being honest) that they would want a player like Ramos who always stands up for his team mates. He can be a lot of trouble for opposition teams and tbis is why he us the best