Another important Liverpool star has returned from international duty early because of concerns over a rib injury.

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has been confirmed as Holland's new captain by coach Ronald Koeman.

Virgil van Dijk says his focus is on settling into his new surroundings at Liverpool and helping his country through a transitional phase.

Holland beat Sweden on the night but it's the Swedes who secure spot in World Cup play-offs, leaving the Dutch out in the cold.

Tottenham midfielder Dele Alli has hailed new striker Vincent Janssen following Spurs' 6-0 drubbing of Inter Milan in their final friendly.

Everton are consider a bid for a striker from their rivals Liverpool, while the Hammers move for an Inter Milan striker.

There will be plenty of new faces in the Premier League and WhoScored.com have picked out those who are ready to hit the ground running.

Newcastle could sign two Real Madrid players as part of Moussa Sissoko's sale, while Mario Balotelli has been denied a move back to Italy.

Arsenal are closing in on one of their main striking targets, while Swansea eye two fresh faces to cover for Ashley Williams' imminent exit.

An Argentina international says he is joining West Ham, while Everton are closing in on Aston Villa's Idrissa Gueye, according to rumours.

We look at some of the most notorious players over recent years who've earned a nice living doing little more than sitting on the bench.

Reported Liverpool target Jetro Willems has further fuelled talk that he could be arriving at Anfield this month.

Georginio Wijnaldum has discussed why he thinks Liverpool can be title challengers this season and his goals target for the Reds.

Tottenham lost 1-0 to Atletico Madrid in their International Champions Cup fixture at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Australia.

Our readers have given their scathing verdicts on Theo Walcott and Roberto Firmino, while a new Arsenal captain is suggested.

Rangers boss Mark Warburton says he is "totally bemused" by the speculation claiming Robin van Persie is heading for Ibrox.

Readers debate Vermaelen's potential return to Arsenal, who needs to stay and leave Man Utd & why Berahino is right to reject WBA's offer.

Sunderland, Southampton and Leicester City are reportedly all in the race to sign Feyenoord midfielder Tonny Vilhena.

Germany's friendly against Holland was called off at late notice on Tuesday evening after a warning that it would be targeted by terrorists.

Wales' Euro 2016 preparations suffered a setback as Arjen Robben struck two second-half goals as Holland recorded a 3-2 friendly victory.

Memphis Depay has been left out of Holland’s latest squad for their upcoming friendlies, with coach Danny Blind critical of his workrate.

Ronald Koeman insists he has no interest in becoming Holland's next manager and remains committed to Southampton.

Holland will miss the European Championship finals for the first time since 1984 after crashing to a 3-2 home loss to 10-man Czech Republic.

Danny Blind his denied that Robin van Persie was benched against Kazakhstan after a row with Manchester United star Memphis Depay.

Holland coach Danny Blind is still holding out hope of a place in the Euro 2016 play-offs, despite being on the cusp of elimination.

Memphis Depay has been branded 'lazy' and like a 'Bond villain' by former Holland star Willem van Hanegem, as fingers continue to be pointed over their poor Euro 2016 qualifying campaign.