Liverpool and Virgil van Dijk are upset with quotes attributed to the Dutchman praising Barcelona star Lionel Messi.

The Dutch defender was quoted by Marca lavishing praise on Messi after Barca's 3-0 Champions League win.

The Liverpool Echo says Van Dijk is adamant he didn't say those words and regards it as 'fake news'.

Liverpool share his frustration and are equally perplexed by the publication of what they regard as made-up quotes.

The £75million man is preparing for Saturday night's must-win Premier League clash with Newcastle United.