Fresh reports from Mark Brus indicate that Liverpool have received a major boost in their hunt for Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky van de Ven. Speculation about the Dutchman’s future is heating up.

He is reportedly considering leaving North London following Tottenham’s poor run under manager Thomas Frank. Scouts at Anfield first tracked the quick centre-back during his time at Wolfsburg. Liverpool now see him as a top priority to strengthen their backline.

The report claims the 24-year-old “desperately wants to leave” the struggling London club. Recent tension with fans and a touchline spat with Frank have ruined his time there. So, Van de Ven wants to make a move to another Premier League side first.

This situation has put Liverpool on high alert. The defender has rare gifts, like incredible recovery pace, height, and a great reading of the game. These traits make the Dutchman the perfect modern centre-back.

On top of that, his ability to fill in at left-back makes him even more useful. While Real Madrid are also keeping tabs on him, the player’s wish to stay in English football gives the Merseyside club a clear advantage.

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