League: Champions League Sport: Soccer Country: Global Category: Scores & Results

Steven Gerrard shares advice to Van Dijk before Liverpool transfer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 2:15 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Steven Gerrard shares advice to Van Dijk before Liverpool transfer

Summary

Steven Gerrard disclosed details of a phone call with Virgil van Dijk prior to his 2017 transfer to Liverpool from Southampton. Gerrard recalled advising Van Dijk during their conversation that if his decision was based on the clubs' values, he likely already knew his choice. The phone call helped Van Dijk decide to join Liverpool amid interest from Manchester City. Van Dijk's arrival significantly impacted Liverpool, improving their defensive record and contributing to their successes, including winning the Premier League and Champions League. Gerrard's advice is highlighted in an upcoming LFC Original documentary set for release on August 18.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Gerrard advises Van Dijk during a 2017 phone call
•Van Dijk chose Liverpool over Manchester City
•Transfer fee was a record £75 million for a defender
•Van Dijk helped transform Liverpool's defense
•Documentary featuring the conversation releases on August 18

Latest Updates

2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Steven Gerrard reveals what he told Virgil van Dijk before Dutchman’s historic Liverpool transfer

What they're saying

"
Steven Gerrard has revealed what he told Virgil van Dijk in a phone call with the current Liverpool captain prior to the latter’s history-making move to Anfield at the end of 2017.Shortly after Chri...
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Liverpool Manchester City Champions League Soccer