Virgil van Dijk “can play wherever he wants for another three years”, ex-Netherlands international Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has told GOAL, with the legendary Dutch defender seeing his contract at Liverpool run down. If no fresh terms are thrashed out at Anfield, then the commanding 35-year-old centre-half will become a free agent in the summer of 2027.
The tournament might not kick-off for the best part of two years, but the extended international break offered some early clues as to how the challengers are shaping up
Tottenham Hotspur face an anxious wait over the fitness of Micky van de Ven following an injury scare during the international break. The central defender picked up a hand injury during the Netherlands' recent Nations League victory over Serbia, sparking fears he could miss the upcoming Premier League trip to Old Trafford.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk admitted he struggled to contain his emotions in the dressing room after reaching the historic milestone of 100 international caps for the Netherlands. The veteran defender led his side to a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Serbia in Eindhoven, marking a century of appearances for the Oranje in front of his friends and family.
Netherlands manager Xavi Hernandez has expressed his optimism regarding Frenkie de Jong's recovery process as the midfielder nears a competitive return. The Dutch international has been a significant absentee for both club and country following a persistent knee issue that has kept him sidelined since the World Cup.
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