Fans are only now discovering the remarkable friendship between Virgil van Dijk and Kevin De Bruyne. Despite being rivals on the pitch during the Premier League season, it’s evident they share a strong bond off it.
Ibiza Adventures with Calvin Harris
Van Dijk and De Bruyne have made several trips to Ibiza to see DJ Calvin Harris perform. Their first outing together took place in 2022, where they posed for a photo with the renowned DJ. Calvin Harris later shared this moment on his Instagram, where it reached his 11.4 million followers. This wasn’t the only time they were seen together.
In 2023, the stars from Manchester City and Liverpool attended another Calvin Harris show, this time accompanied by fellow Premier League players Marcus Rashford and Nathan Ake. The five posed for a group photo, and Van Dijk even joined Harris on stage at the Ushuaïa club.
Continuing the Tradition
This year, De Bruyne and Van Dijk continued their annual tradition of attending Harris’s performances. The DJ shared another picture featuring the trio, much to the delight of fans. Their friendship highlights how they can set aside their on-field rivalry, even as Liverpool and Manchester City compete for the title.
Fan Reactions
Fans have taken to social media to express their excitement about this friendship. Comments like “Yearly Calvin Harris Virgil Van Dijk and De Bruyne post” and “What’s a summer holiday without a VVD and KDB linkup?” reflect the joy of seeing these two players together. Others noted, “De Bruyne and Van Dijk must be best friends,” and “They are always spending time together.”
Transfer Rumors
Meanwhile, De Bruyne has been linked with a potential exit from Manchester City. The Belgian midfielder is reportedly a target for Saudi club Al-Ittihad, though no deal has been finalized yet.