Virgil van Dijk and Cody Gakpo return to training ahead of friendlies
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 1:35 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Virgil van Dijk and Cody Gakpo have returned to Liverpool's AXA Training Centre after their World Cup break. They were granted additional time off following their exit from the tournament. Both players are expected to participate in the upcoming friendlies against Monaco at Anfield on August 9, while the rest of the squad continues their pre-season tour in Chicago. Their return is timely, as Liverpool faces injury challenges among their senior defenders.
- •Van Dijk and Gakpo's training began on July 28, 2026.
- •They were absent from the U.S. pre-season tour due to World Cup commitments.
- •Liverpool faces injuries among senior center-backs, making their return significant.
- •The team plays Monaco at Anfield on August 9, 2026.
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"Two more Liverpool players have returned from their World Cup exploits to begin their preparations for the upcoming season.The Reds squad which flew out to Chicago last week for their pre-season tour ...
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