New Atletico Madrid star Joao Felix has revealed that he believes the most difficult defender to dribble against in world football is Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk.
The 19-year-old had a campaign to remember last term. The Portuguese attacker contributed with 15 goals and seven assists in the Primeira Liga for Benfica before earning a big-money move to Spain.
During an interview with Bleacher Report, Felix was quizzed about just which defender would put up the strongest battle in a one-on-one duel.
The Portugal international appeared certain in his response. He said:
Like who’s the most the difficult to dribble one versus one? Virgil van Dijk.
Van Dijk enjoyed success last season on both an individual and team level, racking up many accolades such as the PFA Player of the Year award and his first Champions League title with Liverpool.
Despite facing the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and Luis Suarez, no player managed to dribble past the Dutchman last season.
