Virgil van Dijk 'leaves Southampton training ground'

Virgil van Dijk has reportedly left Southampton's training ground in the back of a blacked-out car.

The Dutchman has been strongly linked with a move to Liverpool in this summer's transfer window, while Chelsea and Manchester City have previously been credited with an interest in the powerful centre-back.

Southampton have thus far refused to sanction the sale of the former Celtic defender, but according to Sky Sports News, Van Dijk has departed the club's training ground in the back of a blacked-out car.

There is currently no indication whether the 26-year-old is heading for talks with Liverpool.

Van Dijk has scored seven times in 68 appearances for Southampton since joining the Saints in 2015.