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Liverpool Captain in FIFPro Men’s World 11 Shortlist

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It was reported on Monday that Liverpool and Netherlands captain Virgil Van Dijk has made the FIFPro Men’s World 11 shortlist, and is the only Liverpool player among the 26 names.

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It was reported on Monday that Liverpool and Netherlands captain Virgil Van Dijk has made the FIFPro Men’s World 11 shortlist, and is the only Liverpool player among the 26 names.

The final list will consist of a goalkeeper, three defenders, three midfielders, three forwards, and an additional outfield player who gets the most votes overall.

The players are nominated for their play in all competitions between August 4th 2025 and July 19th 2026, and the 2026 World 11 will be released on Monday, November 9th.

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