Virgil van Dijk gives his verdict on Barcelona loanee Ronald Araujo

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has expressed high praise for defender Ronald Araujo, who joined the club on loan from Barcelona. Araujo has already featured in seven matches this season for manager Andoni Iraola's squad, primarily adapting to a role at right-back.

Van Dijk highlighted Araujo's leadership and quality, noting that the Uruguayan international has filled in impressively at fullback despite it not being his natural position. Manager Iraola also noted the loan spell has helped Araujo regain form after receiving limited playing time under Hansi Flick at Barcelona.