Baku:Liverpool Virgil van Dijk, Liverpool's captain and central defender, has unveiled a new hairstyle before making the decision to withdraw from the Netherlands national team. He presented a stylish new look with cornrows upon reporting to the national team but was later confirmed to have withdrawn due to injury.

According to Thai News Agency, the 35-year-old defender had recently led Liverpool to a 3-1 victory over Crystal Palace, elevating the team to fourth place in the Premier League standings before the international break. Despite reporting to the Netherlands national team camp, Van Dijk ultimately chose to withdraw from the UEFA Nations League matches against Greece and Germany due to a minor injury he has been managing for several weeks.

The new hairstyle, which deviates from the tight bun he has commonly worn since joining Anfield, was a significant topic of conversation. A photo of Van Dijk with cornrows posted on his Instagram account quickly gained popularity, collecting over 40,000 likes. Comments from teammates, including Alisson Becker and Denzel Dumfries, and his wife, Rique, highlighted the viral reaction.

Liverpool is optimistic that Van Dijk's withdrawal will allow him to recover fully, aiming for his return in the upcoming Premier League match against Manchester United on November 22nd.