PFA Player Of The Year: Liverpool's Van Dijk votes for Man City's Raheem Sterling

Virgil Van Dijk at Liverpool FC - Getty

Virgil Van Dijk, Liverpool defender, has voted for Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling as his PFA Player Of The Year, and said title rivals City had several candidates for his vote.


Van Dijk has been a key part of a Liverpool side boasting the division's best defensive record this season.

Meanwhile, former Liverpool forward Raheem Sterling has netted 15 times for City.

"I did what I thought and I thought he deserves it," said Van Dijk, with players unable to vote for team-mates.

Manchester City English forward Raheem Sterling celebrates after scoring - Getty

"He's had a fantastic season. I could have voted for Bernardo Silva as well, and another couple of players from City.

"But I am just being honest. I think he has improved a lot as a player. We will see if he wins it."

Liverpool currently sit two points above Manchester City at the top of the Premier League.

The awards ceremony takes place on Sunday 28 April.