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Nathan Bliss

Liverpool FIFA 19 update revealed - Featuring MAJOR Virgil van Dijk upgrade

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has been sensational for the club since signing from Southampton in January 2018.

It's not often that you describe something that cost £75 million as a bargain, but that is exactly what the Dutchman has been considering the impact he's had since his arrival.

The 27-year-old's performances have helped Jurgen Klopp's side mount a genuine title challenge and currently sit two points ahead of their rivals in the table, albeit with a game in hand.

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EA Sports have released the latest ratings update for FIFA 19, with Virgil van Dijk among the Liverpool player's who've received an upgrade.

Here are the confirmed changes to the Liverpool squad on FIFA 19 as of April 4 2019.

Virgil van Dijk - Upgrade

Virgil Van Dijk celebrates after scoring against Wolves ((Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images))

When FIFA 19 was first released, Liverpool fans would have been very disappointed with Van Dijk's average rating in game.

Back in September, the Dutchman had an overall rating of just 85, making him a good defender, but nowhere near world-class.

Now, in the latest FIFA 19 update, Van Dijk is truly amongst the world's elite defenders.

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His overall rating has now been increased from 88 to 89, with his potential also being increased to 91.

His heading accuracy (83-85), reactions (87-88) and sprint speed (77-79) have all also been upgraded.

Finally, a rating that befits the player.

Sadio Mane - Upgrade

Naby Keita celebrates with team mate Sadio Mane after scoring their team's first goal during the Premier League match between Southampton FC and Liverpool FC at St Mary's Stadium on April 05, 2019 (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Mane has been in fine form for Liverpool in recent weeks, scoring seven goals in his last eight appearances for the club.

He's also been given an upgrade in FIFA 19.

The forward's curve (74-75) and volleys (71-73) have been upgraded.

Divock Origi - Upgrade

Divock Origi of Liverpool during the Premier League match against Watford at Anfield (Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)

Although Origi isn't a regular starter, he's proven himself to be a good option from the bench for Klopp over the last few weeks.

His acceleration (76-77) and sprint speed (79-81) have been given a big boost on FIFA 19.

Ovie Ejaria - Upgrade

Ejaria is currently on loan at Championship side Reading, but that hasn't stopped EA Sports upgrading his stats on FIFA 19.

The English midfielder's agility (74-77), crossing (60-61) and long shots (52-53) have been upgraded.

 

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