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Who is The Ideal Candidate to Succeed Virgil van Dijk as Liverpool Captain?

Liverpool will need to appoint a new club captain soon, but who should inherit the armband from Virgil van Dijk? Former Reds defender Glen Johnson believes Dominik Szoboszlai possesses the leadership characteristics reminiscent of Steven Gerrard.

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Who is The Ideal Candidate to Succeed Virgil van Dijk as Liverpool Captain?

Who will succeed Virgil van Dijk next Liverpool captain? Reds told they have ideal candidate that shares leadership ‘characteristics’ with Steven Gerrard

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Dominik Szoboszlai: The Ideal Successor to Virgil van Dijk

As Liverpool prepares for a transition in leadership, the discussion around who should succeed Virgil van Dijk as captain has gained attention. Former Reds defender Glen Johnson has highlighted a unique candidate in Dominik Szoboszlai. The Hungarian midfielder, known for his versatility and passion on the pitch, has been touted as possessing similar leadership traits to club legend Steven Gerrard.

Published on May 7, 2026