November 18th 2024.
Virgil van Dijk, a key player for both Liverpool and the Netherlands, will unfortunately not be able to play for his national team on Tuesday. He has returned to Liverpool from the Dutch camp, citing medical reasons. Along with him, fellow countryman Frenkie De Jong has also been released by manager Ronald Koeman and will not be participating in the upcoming Nations League match against Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Both Van Dijk and De Jong had started in the Netherlands' 4-0 win over Hungary on Saturday, with Van Dijk playing the full 90 minutes and De Jong being substituted in the 68th minute. However, it has been decided that it would be in the best interest of the players to not continue with their national team duties at this time. Manager Koeman confirmed this decision on Monday, stating that the players' well-being is the top priority.
There is no indication of an injury for Van Dijk, but the decision has been made to manage his workload as the Netherlands have already secured a second place finish in their Nations League group. With Liverpool having a busy schedule ahead, including a Premier League match against Southampton and a crucial double-header against Real Madrid and Manchester City, it is important for Van Dijk to be in top form and not overtaxed.
The Liverpool defender had played the full game against Hungary and helped his team secure a victory. The Reds are currently on a winning streak, having won their last four matches before the international break. However, they will still be without Diogo Jota for their upcoming match against Southampton, while there is hope for the return of Alisson Becker, Federico Chiesa, and Harvey Elliott. The availability of Trent Alexander-Arnold is uncertain, as he had to withdraw from the England squad due to a hamstring issue.
Despite Van Dijk's absence, the Netherlands will be looking to continue their positive form and end their Nations League campaign on a high note. As for Liverpool, they will be determined to maintain their winning streak and secure important victories in their upcoming matches. The return of some key players will surely boost their chances, and fans will be eagerly awaiting the outcome of these exciting matches.
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