Ronald Koeman hints he could be about to do Arne Slot and Liverpool a huge favor

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Ronald Koeman has hinted he could look to rest some of his stars in Netherlands’ final World Cup qualifier later, which could be good news for Arne Slot and Liverpool. The Netherlands boss didn’t quite go as far as confirming that plan when he spoke at his press conference on Sunday, although he did admit to having some concerns over his players' fitness.

"We want to make it a good match, with good football and goals." Virgil van Dijk is expected to start for the Netherlands again (Image: Getty Images) Whether Van Dijk, Gravenberch or Gakpo will be afforded any sort of a rest against Lithuania remains to be seen, although it would come as a boost for Slot ahead of Liverpool’s Premier League return against Nottingham Forest on Saturday. "There was no joy afterwards, not because we didn't qualify, but more because it wasn't a good match.

We didn't create many chances, and on defence, a few things shouldn't have happened. "It's good that we feel that way.