Liverpool’s Dutch centre-back has held direct discussions with the Netherlands’ incoming national team manager regarding his international career.
The 33-year-old defender, who has accumulated 96 appearances for his country, is evaluating his next move following significant upheaval at the Dutch Football Association.
Ronald Koeman’s tenure concluded after the Netherlands’ World Cup qualification campaign, with Xavi subsequently installed as the new head coach.
The meeting between the pair occurred during a Champions League encounter when Liverpool played against Spanish opponents.
Reports from Dutch media indicate that additional talks are planned for the near future.
The discussions centre on Van Dijk’s desire for confirmation about his role within the national team setup going forward.
Speaking recently, the player expressed his belief in his continued ability to contribute meaningfully to any team he represents.
The Netherlands are scheduled to begin their Nations League campaign against Germany before facing Serbia in two subsequent fixtures and concluding against Greece.
While resolving his international situation remains a priority, the defender also faces uncertainty regarding his club future.
His current contract at Anfield contains just twelve months remaining.
However, Liverpool’s decision-makers intend to postpone any formal negotiations over an extension until the following year.
On the pitch, the club has experienced an inconsistent start to the domestic season.
Three draws from four league matches represents a disappointing return, most recently including a goalless outcome against Fulham on Saturday.
When questioned about his side’s difficulties, the manager acknowledged issues with freshness within the squad and suggested such performances would recur throughout the campaign.