Published: 16:25, 15 October 2025 | Updated: 16:25, 15 October 2025

The October international break has come to a close but that has not stopped some footballers from enjoying some downtime before returning to domestic action.

Premier League champions Liverpool feature in the standout fixture this weekend when they 'welcome' bitter rivals Manchester United.

That Anfield encounter sees Liverpool looking to avoid a fourth-straight defeat in all competitions and ahead of that mouth-watering match two of their stars have gone away for some rest and relaxation.

One of those being captain Virgil van Dijk, with the centre back having an earlier break than some with Netherlands' two matches having been last Thursday and Sunday.

Van Dijk, started in both 4-0 World Cup qualifying wins overs Malta and Finland, and has since taken himself away to warmer climbs. It is not known where exactly he is holidaying, but in a series of snaps he can be seen enjoying the weather - posing topless in one photo, while sitting on the beach in another.

While Liverpool will look to Van Dijk to shut out United's attack,...