The work doesn’t stop now' - Van Dijk sends emotional message to Liverpool fans after injury returngh

 The Netherlands international and team-mate Joe Gomez made their long-awaited comebacks after a nine-month injury lay-off

Virgil van Dijk says “the work doesn’t stop now” in an emotional message to Liverpool fans and his team-mates after making his long-awaited return from injury.

The Netherlands international has been sidelined for nine months with a serious knee injury but finally pulled the red shirt on again as a late substitute in the Reds’ friendly clash with Hertha Berlin.

Team-mate Joe Gomez also made his comeback after a similarly long lay-off, providing a double boost to manager Jurgen Klopp ahead of the new season.