5 most expensive centre-backs in the world right now

#3 Virgil van Dijk - Liverpool (€60million)

With his tall stature, calm composure and pace, Jurgen Klopp has established a free-flow counter-attacking system, in which van Dijk fits perfectly as he is seen rolling the ball up front

Ever since his arrival at the Anfield, the Liverpool defence has strengthed itself like none other, as they have conceded only five goals in the Premier League this season, and van Dijk has played a very important role in the making of one of the best defences in the top 5 European leagues.

With his tall stature, calm composure and pace, Jurgen Klopp has established a free-flow counter-attacking system, in which van Dijk fits perfectly as he is seen rolling the ball up front.

His leadership qualities unknown to many has been key to Liverpool's defence being extremely rock-solid, as he controls the back four.

With Joe Gomez on his side, the duo has had an extremely powerful connection and have been able to eliminate waves of attacks using their pace and power.

Surely, van Dijk is one of the best defenders in the world, and his price tag can justify that.