Liverpool Lunchtime Round-Up, Tuesday 10th November 2026: Van Dijk and Szoboszlai Injury Latest Amid Alisson Contract Talks
International break headaches for Liverpool as Virgil van Dijk pulled out of the Netherlands squad through injury, only hours after debuting a new hairstyle on reporting for duty (Liverpool.com). It's since been revealed that the skipper has actually been carefully managing a niggle for several weeks (This Is Anfield). Dominik Szoboszlai is also facing fitness doubts after picking up a knee injury in Liverpool's 3-1 win over Crystal Palace, but Hungary have confirmed he'll remain with the squad following medical tests, with the national side saying they'll do "everything possible" to have him available (This Is Anfield) (Liverpool Echo) (Liverpool.com). Elsewhere on international duty, Federico Chiesa has been given hope of a recall for his country, with reports suggesting "he can return soon" (This Is Anfield), while Liverpool.com have published a handy guide to where all the Reds' players are on duty this month (LiverpoolFC.com).
Contract talk continues to dominate off the pitch, with Alisson Becker's agent confirming discussions are underway over a new deal as the goalkeeper's current contract winds down towards next summer (Liverpool.com) (Liverpool Echo). Alisson himself has spoken about being rested by Brazil "against my will", insisting he won't be sitting "on the couch" during the break (This Is Anfield). Van Dijk, also entering the final year of his deal, sounded relaxed when asked about his own situation, offering a simple "let's see" while reflecting on how the season has gone under Andoni Iraola (Liverpool Echo) (Liverpool.com). Liverpool.com have also taken a wider look at the contract picture at Anfield, with as many as nine players potentially able to leave next summer (Liverpool.com). Meanwhile Steven Gerrard has thrown his support behind handing Alexis Mac Allister fresh terms, describing him as a "really clever footballer" (This Is Anfield).
There's also a fresh behind-the-scenes "Inside" episode from the win at Crystal Palace to enjoy (LiverpoolFC.com).
Finally, across at Old Trafford, Manchester United reportedly face a fee to appoint Mauricio Pochettino, with Michael Carrick expected to be sacked before United's next meeting with Liverpool (Liverpool.com).
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