Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has sent a clear message to his Reds teammates as they prepare for today’s Premier League clash against Aston Villa.

The Reds take on Unai Emery’s side at Anfield this evening in the late kick-off, and it’s vital for the reigning Premier League champions to end their awful run of four consecutive league defeats.

Van Dijk wants a response from Liverpool today, as he feels it’s time for them to show how good they are.

Even though the Netherlands international, writing in his official match programme notes, as per the club’s official site, has seen positive things behind the scenes, he wants them to stand up and be counted on the pitch.

Virgil van Dijk’s message to Liverpool players

Van Dijk has not been at his best for Liverpool lately, but he remains an experienced leader whose words will surely resonate with his teammates.

Virgil van Dijk reacts during Liverpool’s defeat vs Man Utd (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

LFC fans will hope the rest of the team take in his latest message.

“I can assure you that everyone in this dressing room understands the challenge facing us, and that we are all working as hard as we possibly can to turn...