DBasia.news – The news that states that the 2019 Ballon award will be won by Lionel Messi was responded by Liverpool defender, Virgil van Dijk. In his response, Van Dijk said that at the awards night there would be no loss.
Virgil van Dijk performed brilliantly last season. The player led Liverpool to win the Champions League 2018-2019. In addition, he also played a role in the escape of the Dutch national team to the final of the UEFA Nations League.
Nevertheless, the sweet record is reportedly not enough to stem the rate of Lionel Messi winning the Ballon d’Or 2019. Based on documents leaked on social media, La Pulga is rumored to be the best.
Responding to the news, Van Dijk did not want to worry. He felt proud to be included in the nomination list.
“Nobody lost that night. I am proud to be on the list, to be there, as of last season’s appearance with the team and the country,” explained Van Dijk as reported by Goal.
It’s not easy for a defender to win an individual award. For example, at the Ballon d’Or, the last best defender was Fabio Cannavaro in 2006.
“That is something to be proud of as there are not many players who can do so and can achieve such things. Nobody lost that night – we will see what will happen,” he continued.
Virgil van Dijk’s appearance this season is still consistent. He helped Liverpool lead the Premier League standings by winning eight points from Leicester City.