Overview
- In reports published Monday and Tuesday, multiple outlets said Liverpool are preparing an offer of about €95m (£82m) for Tottenham centre-back Micky van de Ven, with no formal bid or agreement disclosed.
- Tottenham retain leverage through a deal that runs to 2029 and a high asking price, though coverage notes their relegation fight has prompted talk that established players could look elsewhere this summer.
- Van de Ven, 25, is praised for top-end pace, strong recovery runs and the ability to play on the left, qualities seen as a fit for Liverpool’s high defensive line.
- Liverpool’s need at the back is pressing after a season of heavy concessions, with Andy Robertson set to leave and Ibrahima Konaté yet to sign a new contract, according to local reporting.
- A fresh report says Manchester United have entered the race for the defender, raising the prospect of competition that could drive up the fee or slow any move.