Van Dijk had expressed doubts about continuing with the national team after the World Cup, leaving it up to a conversation with the new coach. That conversation took place and, according to Xavi, went well. "He will be the captain," Xavi said. "We had a good conversation. He was honest and he has everything to continue. He's a true leader, positive and motivated. He's ready to be our leader again." Voetbal International reports that Xavi has seen Van Dijk in action and is satisfied with what he saw. "When I see Virgil play, I see no problem with him continuing with us. There's no reason for us not to let Virgil continue with Oranje."