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Virgil van Dijk and Cody Gakpo join Liverpool pre-season training

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 10:19 PM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Virgil van Dijk and Cody Gakpo join Liverpool pre-season training
Summary

Virgil van Dijk and Cody Gakpo have rejoined Liverpool in Chicago for pre-season training after a mandated holiday following the World Cup. Van Dijk, who took part in many off-field activities during his break, is expected to play a key role under new head coach Andoni Iraola. Liverpool is set to face Wrexham on Wednesday at Yankee Stadium, with unclear expectations for the newly returned players' game time.

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  • •Virgil van Dijk and Cody Gakpo join Liverpool in Chicago.
  • •Both players return after a brief holiday post-World Cup.
  • •New head coach Andoni Iraola welcomes the captain's presence.
  • •Liverpool will play Wrexham on Wednesday at Yankee Stadium.
  • •Game time for recently returned players remains uncertain.
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  • 10:19 PMYahoo Sports — Dutch Contingent Join Pre-Season Ahead of Second Friendly
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