Speaking to Sky Sports, the 26-year-old said, "Virgil van Dijk's leadership, he is an incredible leader and he is incredibly consistent and an amazing captain to the team. I think for me, he will go down as one of two or three best players I've ever played with, been able to share the pitch with. Every time I step on the pitch with him, it's an honour. And It's an honour that I'll be able to tell my kids and grandkids that I was able to share the pitch with Virgil. Because for me, he is the only one who doesn't really have a weakness in his game and that's incredible."