Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk has given encouragement to supporters that his rehabilitation remains on the right track for a return to pre-season.
Jurgen Klopp has previously stated he expects the Dutchman, Joe Gomez and Joel Matip to be involved as the Reds prepare to embark on the 2021/22 campaign.
Van Dijk’s latest rehabilitation session is certainly a nod towards that time frame, as the 29-year-old begins to perform some outdoor ball work as well as strength training.
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The club’s official Twitter also posted a video of the centre-back from the start of the art Kirkby training centre.
Perhaps unsurprisingly Klopp’s side have suffered in Van Dijk’s absence, albeit further compounded by season-ending setbacks to fellow central defenders Gomez and Matip.
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There’s little doubt Liverpool’s season would look wholly different were the ‘Rolls Royce’ dubbed star to have remained fit and available.
Not only does the Dutch captain possess stacks of quality, but also a leadership level that has been severely lacking at times this season.
In terms of his return, with just seven Premier League games remaining this term a glimpse back in Red is off the cards.
Netherlands national team boss Frank de Boer has previously suggested Van Dijk could make this summers European Championships, although Klopp and co would be understandably reticent.
