Virgil van Dijk slams 'unacceptable' Liverpool season ahead of Chelsea clash

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While Slot’s side are relatively comfortable in the Champions League places, Van Dijk has not minced his words on the Reds’ displays this season.Writing in Liverpool’s matchday programme ahead of this weekend’s clash with Chelsea, the Dutch defender said: "In many ways that has been the story of our season; we just haven't been able to build any kind of momentum. Latest Reds news and more on our dedicated Facebook page"We know we still have a job to do to secure Champions League qualification for next season, and we want to do that as soon as possible.

We have three games left to play, and we want to win them all, starting on Saturday."Chelsea, like ourselves, have found it difficult at times this season, but we know that they possess a lot of talent in their squad. They will be motivated after a disappointing result of their own last weekend, and we know we will need to be at our best if we want to get the three points."Like I say, that is our target, nothing more.

That is not what Liverpool is about."We are all frustrated of course, but we want to try to finish on a positive note, secure that Champions League spot and give you guys at least something to take away from a tough campaign."Following their clash with Chelsea, Liverpool face a trip to Aston Villa before rounding off their campaign against Brentford at Anfield. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.Sky Sports, HBO Max, Netflix and Disney+ with Ultimate TV packageThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.