I’ll Never Give Up On The Netherlands National Team – Virgil van Dijk

Netherlands defender, Virgil van Dijk has come out to reaffirm his commitment to his country after previously hinting at retirement. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting.

According to him, he was clearly disappointed after suffering a last-minute defeat to England in the semi-finals of Euro 2024, and it definitely seemed like it could have been his last international match at the time.

VVD, however, added that he is a warrior and a fighter, so he would never give up on Oranje like that.

His words, “I understood that it was unclear how I felt about it (his international future). I was of course very disappointed after the match, then you are full of emotion. It may have seemed at the time that it could have been my last international match. But I am a warrior and a fighter and I will never just give up for Oranje.

Ultimately, you have to look at your own abilities and assess whether you are still important enough. I most certainly am. On the field and off it. I am the captain of Liverpool, a consistent factor and I feel excellent physically while I am improving on the ball too. I want to play another World Cup. I know I am still more than good enough.”

Koeman added, “I noticed how Virgil was feeling, so I thought it was very important to visit him. He indicated that he wants to give it another two years, towards the World Cup. I also have that feeling about him, even though, as he also indicated, he did not reach his level at the last European Championships.

He remains captain. He has done that very well and we also discussed how he can manage that better in combination with his own game. It is very positive that he stands for the group like this, but you have to reach your own level first. That’s the most important thing. He felt that he was too concerned with others. But it is not without reason that he was chosen for the best Premier League team (last season).”