Van Dijk urges Liverpool to make amends for ‘unacceptable’ season

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has called on his team to make amends for their "unacceptable" performances last season. The Reds finished fifth in the Premier League and failed to win any trophies after a dismal campaign, with only 12 wins out of 56 matches. The team struggled in all competitions, losing 12 of their 38 league games, only one fewer than they had lost in the three previous seasons combined.

The departure of key players such as Mohamed Salah, Ibrahima Konate, Andrew Robertson, and the subsequent arrival of new signings like Ronald Araujo and Jeremy Jacquet, have left Van Dijk determined to turn the tide this season. "Last year was unacceptable. This year we have an opportunity to turn that around," Van Dijk said. "We all know how tough that will be, but if you're not up for the challenge, then you're not at the right place."

The Dutch defender believes new manager Andoni Iraola can restore the high-intensity style of play that was once a hallmark of Liverpool's football.