Van Dijk and De Jong Leave Dutch Squad for Medical Reasons

Liverpool and Barcelona players return to clubs early to manage workloads, boosting their teams ahead of key fixtures.

Virgil van Dijk and Frenkie de Jong have left the Netherlands national team camp early due to medical considerations.
Both players participated in the Netherlands' 4-0 victory over Hungary, which secured their spot in the Nations League quarter-finals.
Ronald Koeman, the Dutch coach, emphasized that the decision prioritizes the players' health and future performance.
Liverpool benefits from Van Dijk's early return as they prepare for their upcoming Premier League match against Southampton.
Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong, recovering from previous injuries, aims to regain full fitness for their next LaLiga game against Celta Vigo.