Man City defender Laporte sends wishes to Van Dijk after Liverpool star suffers ACL injury

thrilling Merseyside derby saw two of most in-form Premier League teams battle it out for an all-important three points. Liverpool's attempt to halt Everton's winning streak succeeded partly with game ending in a 2-2 draw. But, game also saw some difficult moments for Anfield faithful with defender Virgil van Dijk suffering a knee injury. Following injury setback, Manchester City star Aymeric Laporte has w sent warm wishes to Dutchman. 

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Liverpool release Van Dijk injury report 

Van Dijk was subject to a brutal challenge from Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford in sixth minute. defender was subsequently withdrawn five minutes later and was taken to hospital for furr tests after game. results of medical tests were made public by Liverpool on Sunday. 

Liverpool statement read: " centre-back damd knee ligaments following an incident involving Blues goalkeeper Jordan Pickford after six minutes at Goodison Park. Van Dijk was required to be substituted. And furr assessment on injury has revealed an operation will be needed."

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Man City defender Aymeric Laporte's heartwarming mess for Van Dijk 

Following confirmation on Van Dijk surgery report, Liverpool club-record signing took to Twitter to express his thoughts on same. Nerlands international expressed his gratitude to his fans for sending out heartwarming wishes after injury. He also sent out an assurance that he will return better, fitter and stronger than ever before. 

Man City defender Laporte displayed exceptional sportsmanship, penning a few words on Van Dijk's injury. He retweeted Van Dijk's tweet, with a caption in support of Liverpool big man. Laporte wrote: "Sorry bro. Best of luck for quick recovery, never neir fun r rejoicing even as rivals." 

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When will Van Dijk return to action?

Although it has been confirmed that Van Dijk will undergo surgery for his knee injury, club has provided time scale for his return on field. However, some reports claim that Dutch international could go on to miss entire season. Liverpool statement only states that player will begin his recovery program after surgery under guidance of club's medical team. 

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Im courtesy: Aymeric Laporte Instagram, AP