Virgil van Dijk, centre defender, and his stunning wife enjoyed the sunlight on Friday while shopping in New York.

Virgil van Dijk and his wife Rita Nooitgedagt stroll hand in hand through the Soho district of New York City.

The defender and his companion, Rike Nooitgedagt, were seen on the streets with bags from the high-end Spanish clothing line Balenciaga.

Van Dijk had on a loose-fitting navy t-shirt and shorts.

The duo walked about clutching bags from the high-end Spanish fashion label, Balenciaga.