Van Dijk: We look forward to embarking on the journey of defending our title and launching a target

August 15th, Liverpool is about to usher in the opening game of the new season. Liverpool captain Van Dijk released notes on the club's official website.

"The start of the new season is always exciting, and this year is no exception. We will embark on the journey to defend the Premier League champion. I can't wait to see you and hear your voices tonight. We will welcome the powerful Bournemouth at home. Nothing can compare to Anfield under the lights, and we are all looking forward to returning to the field."

"I know you will support us as always, and this shout, this color and support will be as important to us throughout the season as last season. In my opinion, there is so much to look forward to this season. Of course, the result at Wembley last weekend disappointed us, and it is never a happy thing to miss the trophy, but overall, I feel that we are fully prepared for the new season."

"There is no doubt that if we want to stay at the top, we have to improve in some aspects. As a team, we still have room for improvement in our defensive performance in the preseason. We humbly admit this and try our best to improve every day to make the team stronger. If we want to succeed this season, our mentality is still crucial. I stressed many times last season that it is important to have the right mindset, willing to listen, work hard, and willing to contribute, and always be ready to play both the starting and the substitute. Even if the team's lineup has changed a lot since the end of last season's Premier League, these principles will not change this season."

"From what I have seen so far, the new players have been integrated into the atmosphere needed by the team. Their strength is obvious to all, obvious, but more important What is that they have a professional spirit and a desire to make progress. Therefore, I look forward to them having a positive impact this season and in the future. "

" As for Bournemouth, we know they will bring a tough battle. They have excellent coaches and players, and we must be prepared to compete and fight from the moment the game whistle sounds, just like every game of our season. Without saying much, the intensity of the Premier League is obvious to all, last season, and in Wembley's Crystal Palace. In my opinion, this is the most competitive and difficult league in the world, and every game will bring you challenges. Similarly, the importance of stability does not need to be emphasized anymore. It is stability that has made us successful last season, and this season will be the same. Training is in place, recovery is in place, and preparation is in place , hope the game will be played in place - that's what we ask."

"Let's fight side by side and strike towards all goals. Of course, tonight is the first Premier League game we have ever seen since we lost Jota and Andre Silva. This will be an emotional moment for everyone related to the club, especially for Jota's wife Rut, their children and his family, who will also come to the scene tonight. There is no doubt that they are the most important people in all of this. As a member of the club - players, staff, fans, we must always be with them and let them know that at Anfield, they will always be loved and welcomed. I know everyone will do this. Liverpool is a big family, and we will prove it again tonight."