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Virgil van Dijk injury latest as official statement released after Liverpool skipper suffers fitness blow

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has been ruled out of the Netherlands squad for their forthcoming UEFA Nations League matches…

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 5:14 PM
Virgil van Dijk injury latest as official statement released after Liverpool skipper suffers fitness blow
Key Things to Know
  • Virgil van Dijk has been ruled out of the Netherlands squad due to fitness issues.
  • The Dutch football association confirmed no replacements will be called up for Van Dijk or Brian Brobbey.
  • Liverpool will monitor their captain's fitness ahead of their upcoming match against Manchester United.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Dutch football association has announced that Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk and Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey are not fit enough to play in upcoming Nations League matches against Greece and Germany. Netherlands head coach Xavi will not call up replacements for either player during the international break. Van Dijk played 90 minutes in Liverpool's 3-1 win over Crystal Palace on Sunday.

Liverpool will monitor Van Dijk's fitness ahead of their Premier League clash against Manchester United. Head coach Andoni Iraola faces additional injury concerns, with midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai undergoing tests on a knee issue after joining the Hungary squad.

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