The Netherlands could be without captain Robin van Persie for tonight’s World Cup semi-final meeting with Argentina.
Van Persie is said to be suffering with a stomach problem and Coach Louis van Gaal has said the Manchester United forward will only play if he is totally ready.
“Robin van Persie has an intestinal problem and I didn't want to take a risk,” the BBC reports van Gaal as saying.
“He is a very important player for us. In principle, my captains always play, but only if they're 100%.”
But there could be better news for the Oranje as Milan midfielder Nigel de Jong could feature despite having been ruled out of the tournament.
De Jong tore his groin but van Gaal confirmed the former Manchester City man is in his thoughts.
“If his reaction is good and he can play, then the miracle can come true,” van Gaal added.
