Liverpool Not Rivaling Tottenham for Wolfsburg Defender Micky van de Ven
Liverpool have no plans to rival Tottenham Hotspur for the signature of Wolfsburg defender Micky van de Ven, according to reports. The 22-year-old has been linked with a move to Anfield in recent weeks, but it appears that Spurs are now in pole position to sign the Dutchman.
This Is Anfield understands that Liverpool will not be making a move for Van de Ven this summer, with the Reds instead focusing their attention on other targets. This news comes as a blow to Liverpool, who had identified the Wolfsburg man as a potential signing capable of playing on the left-hand side of their new defensive shape.
Sporting’s Goncalo Inacio had also been suggested as a potential signing, but sources have told This Is Anfield that the Portuguese is not being chased by Jurgen Klopp this summer. That leaves Levi Colwill, who spent the last few weeks evidencing his immense talent as part of the England U21 side that secured Euros victory in Georgia, as the only confirmed target.
However, it is unlikely that Chelsea would allow Colwill to leave this summer without a fight, with Mauricio Pochettino reportedly keen to convince the 20-year-old that he has a future at Stamford Bridge.
Liverpool’s Defensive Options Dwindling
Liverpool’s search for defensive reinforcements this summer has been dealt a blow with the news that they will not be making a move for Wolfsburg defender Micky van de Ven. The 22-year-old had been identified as a potential signing capable of playing on the left-hand side of their new defensive shape.
Sporting’s Goncalo Inacio had also been suggested as a potential signing, but sources have told This Is Anfield that the Portuguese is not being chased by Jurgen Klopp this summer. That leaves Levi Colwill, who spent the last few weeks evidencing his immense talent as part of the England U21 side that secured Euros victory in Georgia, as the only confirmed target.
However, it is unlikely that Chelsea would allow Colwill to leave this summer without a fight, with Mauricio Pochettino reportedly keen to convince the 20-year-old that he has a future at Stamford Bridge. This means that Liverpool’s list of known targets in that area is dwindling, with no firm move for Van de Ven ever planned in this window.
Tottenham Emerge as Likeliest Suitors for Van de Ven
With Liverpool out of the running for Micky van de Ven, it appears that Tottenham Hotspur are now in pole position to sign the Dutchman. Talks over a deal between Spurs and Wolfsburg have reportedly been progressing in recent days, and This Is Anfield understands that the London club will face no opposition from Liverpool in their bid to sign him.
Van de Ven is a highly rated defender who has made over 100 appearances for Wolfsburg since joining from Ajax in 2017. The 22-year-old has also represented his country at various youth levels and is seen as one of the most promising young defenders in Europe.
Conclusion
Liverpool have ruled out making a move for Wolfsburg defender Micky van de Ven this summer, leaving Tottenham Hotspur as his likeliest suitors. The Reds had identified the 22-year-old as a potential signing capable of playing on the left-hand side of their new defensive shape, but they are now focusing their attention on other targets.
Sporting’s Goncalo Inacio and Chelsea’s Levi Colwill are both known targets for Liverpool, but it is unlikely that either player will be joining the club this summer. This means that Liverpool’s list of known targets in that area is dwindling, and they may have to look elsewhere if they are to bolster their backline before the window closes.