​Liverpool defender Van Dijk named fastest player in the Champions League

Football
4 Sep 2019 • 12:57 PM MYT
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Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk is the fastest player in the Champions League.

The centre-back, who helped the Reds win the competition last season, had the fastest sprint in the tournament.

He beat out the likes of Leroy Sane, Gareth Bale and Kyle Walker.

Van Dijk went up to 34.5 km/h during their semifinal first leg against Barcelona.

The Dutch international has been recognised for his excellent performances with Liverpool with the UEFA Best Player award as well.