Virgil van Dijk is a Netherlands defender who plays for Liverpool, born in 1991, Breda, Netherlands. At 34 he goes to the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Netherlands, drawn into Group K. Liverpool and Netherlands captain – the modern game’s defining centre-back.
Key Takeaways
- Full name: Virgil van Dijk
- Born: 1991, Breda, Netherlands
- Position: Defender
- Club: Liverpool
- Country: Netherlands (Group K)
- Estimated net worth (2026): estimated $40-55 million USD
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Bio and early career
Virgil van Dijk was born in 1991, Breda, Netherlands. The world’s best central defender for nearly a decade. Captain and leader of the Dutch national team.
Throughout his career, Virgil van Dijk has built a reputation as a reliable, modern defender for both club and country.
Club career
Virgil van Dijk currently plays for Liverpool, where he is a key first-team player at one of Europe’s top clubs.
- Champions League and Premier League winner
- 2019 Ballon d’Or runner-up
- Netherlands captain
Netherlands and World Cup 2026 outlook
Featured at 2022 as Netherlands captain. For the 2026 tournament, Virgil van Dijk will line up for Netherlands in Group K alongside three other nations. Full group analysis is on the Group K preview page.
Squad-wise, Virgil van Dijk’s role is central to Netherlands’s campaign. Their fixtures, manager and full squad analysis sit on the Netherlands team page.
Awards and honours
2019 Premier League, UEFA Champions League winner (2019), 2019 PFA Player of the Year, 2019 Ballon d’Or runner-up.
Estimated net worth (2026)
Virgil van Dijk’s net worth is estimated $40-55 million USD, based on publicly reported salaries, endorsement deals and sponsorship arrangements. As with all such figures, actual wealth may vary significantly from these estimates.
The bulk of Virgil van Dijk’s wealth comes from his Liverpool salary, image-rights agreements, brand sponsorships, and bonuses linked to club and international success.
Wife and family
Virgil van Dijk is in a relationship with Rike Nooitgedagt. Together they have 2 children. Beyond his publicly available relationship and family information, Virgil van Dijk generally keeps personal matters out of the press, focusing instead on football.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Virgil van Dijk at the World Cup 2026?
Virgil van Dijk is 34 years old at the 2026 World Cup. He was born in 1991, Breda, Netherlands.
What is Virgil van Dijk’s estimated net worth?
Virgil van Dijk’s net worth is estimated $40-55 million USD as of 2026, including club salary, endorsements, and personal investments.
Which club does Virgil van Dijk play for?
Virgil van Dijk currently plays his club football for Liverpool in the English Premier League.
Who is Virgil van Dijk’s wife or partner?
Virgil van Dijk is in a relationship with Rike Nooitgedagt, and the couple have 2 children together.
Has Virgil van Dijk won the World Cup?
Featured at 2022 as Netherlands captain. Virgil van Dijk has yet to win the World Cup with Netherlands.
What’s next?
- Netherlands team page – full squad, manager, fixtures
- Group K preview – all four group teams
- Players hub – more star profiles
- Predictions hub – tournament forecasts
- Match schedule
Last updated: May 23, 2026 by the Futbolzen editorial team. Net worth estimates and partner/family details reflect publicly reported information and are subject to change. Spot something out of date? Tell us via our Corrections Policy.