Virgil van Dijk has been a key player for the Netherlands in the Nations League but was forced off with an injury ahead of the final game of the international break, which could affect his side’s trip to Southampton this weekend.

Liverpool have released a statement on Virgil van Dijk’s decision to withdraw from the England squad earlier today due to injury, but the club are hopeful he will be fit to play against Southampton in the Premier League this weekend.

“Our centre-back has withdrawn from the Netherlands squad ahead of the Nations League clash with Bosnia and Herzegovina,”

“Van Dijk captained his country to a 4-0 win over Hungary in Amsterdam on Saturday evening, confirming their place in the quarter-finals of the UEFA Nations League ahead of their next game.”

“He will return to the AXA training centre this week for assessment ahead of the Reds’ return to action at Southampton on Sunday.”

The Dutch captain helped his side to an impressive 4-0 victory against Hungary in Amsterdam on Saturday, the win against Dominik Szoboszlai’s nation, http://ufabet999.app meaning that the Netherlands have now qualified for the Nations League quarter-finals.

Liverpool confirmed on Monday that the 33-year-old had returned early from international duty and would not be taking part in the match in Zenica.

There was some nervousness amongst supporters when it was suggested that Van Dijk had returned for medical assessment by some outlets, but speaking ahead of the match, Koeman has allayed any fears about a possible injury concern.