Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt was given some home truths by Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk after Netherlands' draw with Germany
Virgil van Dijk expects Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt to improve following a critical mistake playing for the Netherlands.
Post-match, Van Dijk didn't mince words about what he thought of his compatriots performance. Speaking plainly, the Liverpool defender said: "This is football. You have to learn from this. "I gave him a new chance today, but eventually protected him by taking him off." Koeman reiterated earlier this week his prior attempt to quell worries regarding De Ligt's mishap for the Netherlands against Bosnia and Herzegovina."He is not in a good position. He did not come out well with his steps."
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