Van Dijk told the team's website that while it's not nice to lose, he's proud of the hard work the team has been doing. He said that preseason is a time to improve and that they will work on certain areas of their game.

Van Dijk also mentioned that he's happy to see new teammates settle in and feel welcome at the club. He said that it's essential for senior players to help new faces feel at ease and showcase their abilities quickly.

He added that it's normal for new players to take time to adapt, but he's seen great quality from them so far. Van Dijk is confident that there's more to come from the new arrivals.