After the Liverpool win against Wolves, the atmosphere in Anfield was charged with a mix of happiness and sadness.

Amidst the post-match celebrations, Van Dijk and Jurgen Klopp found each other to share a heartfelt hug.

All Liverpool players hugged Klopp tightly when the match ended. Until Van Dijk’s moment came and the midfielder didn’t want it to end and clung to his coach

 

Though their words were drowned out by the roar of the crowd, it was clear that the moment was filled with mutual respect and admiration. Van Dijk’s tears reflected not just his personal sadness at Klopp’s departure, but also the collective emotion of a team that had achieved so much under his leadership.

When Klopp signed van Dijk to Liverpool in January 2018, the Dutch defender immediately contributed significantly to the team’s achievements. Van Dijk became one of the top defenders in the world under Klopp’s tutelage, amassing 264 appearances and 164 victories for Liverpool..