Back to the United States Women Newsfeed

'The world can be very cruel' - Van Dijk rules out becoming a manager

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk admits he's unlikely to become a manager when he stops playing - pointing out the world can be a very cruel place.

The 28-year-old is in career-best form right now and is among the favourites to claim the Ballon d'Or later this year after helping the Reds win the Champions League last season.

Known for his calm demeanour and good positioning, Van Dijk would seem to possess the necessary attributes for a future switch to management but the player himself is no longer keen on the idea.