Former England midfielder, Jamie Redknapp, has said Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk, is on course to be named the Premier League Player of the Season.
Van Dijk has played a big role in helping the Reds climb to the top of the table this season.
Before last weekend’s 4-3 victory over Crystal Palace, Liverpool had conceded just nine goals in the league.
Redknapp says “no one comes close” to Van Dijk, although the former England international suggested five other players in with a shot, of ending the season as player of the year.
“No one comes close to Virgil van Dijk. He has transformed Liverpool into a rock-solid team who are favourites to win their first league title for 29 years.
“His team-mate and reigning player of the year Mo Salah must fancy his chances of defending the crown.
“He has followed up a record-breaking first season at Anfield by topping the scoring charts with 16 goals.
“Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Kane — Salah’s golden boot rivals — also have to be included.
“Aubameyang has been prolific in an Arsenal team who have struggled for creativity while Kane remains Spurs’ most important player.
“His goals have been worth six points to Spurs — more than any player — and his late strikes against PSV salvaged their Champions League campaign.
“At Manchester City, Raheem Sterling, Leroy Sane and Bernardo Silva have all enjoyed excellent seasons but I would argue that David Silva should be on the shortlist.
“Now 33 and without Kevin De Bruyne alongside him for most of the campaign, he has been the heartbeat of Pep Guardiola’s side.
“Chelsea may have blown hot and cold, but you cannot discount Eden Hazard. He is our league’s most naturally talented player and is in double figures for goals and assists.
“With this award, timing is everything. This time last year De Bruyne was the clear favourite, only for Salah to storm into the running. But looking at the season so far, these six are the outstanding candidates,” Redknapp told the Daily Mail.
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