James Pearce has given an update on the situation regarding Virgil van Dijk's condition after the Liverpool skipper returned early from international duty with

In the last part of Anfield Watch's series taking a look at potential replacements for the Reds' big three stars, we take a look at Virgil van Dijk. The Dutchman has been one of the best defenders in

The Reds sit top of the Premier League, top of the Champions League, are through to the League Cup quarter-finals and have lost just once across all competitions - but with matches against Real Madrid, Manchester City and Everton fast approaching, the Dutch head coach won’t be taking anything for granted.

Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman has outlined his reasons why Virgil van Dijk was allowed to return to Liverpool and will miss the clash with Bosnia on Tuesday

Virgil van Dijk Returns to Liverpool After Netherlands WithdrawalVan Dijk Prioritises Club Duties After International ExitVirgil van Dijk, the Liverpool & Netherlands captain, has withdrawn from

Premier League leaders Liverpool will be without Trent Alexander-Arnold on Sunday when they travel to Southampton, manager Arne Slot said, adding that goalkeeper Alisson had returned to training but was not ready to play.

Arne Slot replaced Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool's head coach in the summer and according to captain Virgil van Dijk it was "not easy" for the Dutchman to follow in the footsteps of the German. Klopp brought his almost nine-year tenure at Anfield to an end when he confirmed back in January he would be stepping down as the Reds manager at the end of last season after leading the club to many titles including the Premier League and Champions League.

Trent Alexander-Arnold will miss Liverpool's Premier League clash with Southampton due to a hamstring injury, while Virgil van Dijk is ready to play.

Liverpool dealt bittersweet injury news amid Trent Alexander-Arnold update before Real Madird clash - Arne Slot delivered a lengthy injury update ahead of Southampton trip