Debate Over Best Premier League Defenders…
Liverpool superstar Virgil van Dijk is hailed as one of the best defenders of his time, but Steve Nicol, former Liverpool star, thinks he’s in the same elite tier as John Terry and Rio Ferdinand, not above them. “All great teams need a rock-solid defender at the back,” says Nicol. It’s like comparing three superheroes by asking who has the best cape! Whether it’s Terry, Ferdinand, or Van Dijk, they each wore their metaphorical capes with honor.
Rio Ferdinand couldn’t believe his ears recently when people criticized Van Dijk’s performance after a 4-2 win against Bournemouth. The former England captain exclaimed, “Are you crazy?” suggesting that doubters are about as realistic as washing a car with screen time. Meanwhile, Liverpool fans have been quick to update their wardrobe with the new 2025/26 kits, hopefully as a good luck charm for Van Dijk’s continued success. Regardless of the ongoing debate, Van Dijk remains a stalwart defender in the Premier League’s wild world.
