Arsenal can move within five points of Liverpool at the top of the Premier League standings with a win against West Ham on Sunday after the Reds failed to beat Aston Villa on Wednesday

The reason behind Virgil van Dijk's decision to only have his first name on his Liverpool shirt has been revealed: a strained relationship with his father. This deeply personal explanation adds a poignant layer to the story of the Liverpool captain and highlights the impact of family dynamics on his personal decisions.

Liverpool were held to a 2-2 draw against Aston Villa in the Premier League on Wednesday - a result that has given Arsenal another major boost in the title race

Virgil van Dijk was left to rue a shocking missed opportunity from striker Darwin Nunez as Liverpool were held to a 2-2 draw at Villa Park this evening

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Virgil van Dijk felt Liverpool should beaten Aston Villa after dropping points at Villa Park on Wednesday. Mo Salah’s opener was cancelled out by Youri Tielemans before Ollie Watkins put the hosts

Liverpool remains Premier League leaders, but uncertainty looms over Virgil Van Dijk’s contract situation, creating concern within the squad. Van Dijk’s Future Still Unclear Despite seven wins in their last 14 games,