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Published on 2024-05-11 09:30:00
Martin Keown has suggested that Manchester City’s Kyle Walker has been better than Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk this season, questioning V an Dijk’s inclusion in the nominees for the Premier League Player of the Season award. Keown points out Walker’s defensive contributions, such as a high number of recoveries and interceptions, as reasons why he believes the City defender deserves more recognition.
Despite Van Dijk receiving a higher season rating of 7.14/10 compared to Walker’s 6.84/10, Keown believes Walker’s impact and leadership on the pitch have been more impressive this season. The pundit also raises the point that defenders like William Saliba and Gabriel, who have performed well for their respective clubs, should receive more credit and recognition in award nominations.
Keown’s comments come as City and Arsenal are involved in a title race, with Liverpool falling behind in recent weeks. He questions Van Dijk’s performance amidst Liverpool’s struggles and suggests that the Dutch defender has not stepped up as a leader on the pitch in the same way he expected. Keown’s observations highlight the debate surrounding the recognition of defensive players in award nominations and the impact of leadership on a team’s overall performance.
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