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Liverpool targets Micky van de Ven as potential Van Dijk successor

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 6:35 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Liverpool targets Micky van de Ven as potential Van Dijk successor

Summary

Liverpool is reportedly considering Micky van de Ven as a successor to Virgil van Dijk, who may leave the club. With the 2026-27 season approaching, changes in the squad are expected, especially with the departures of key players like Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson. Tottenham's acquisition of Jan Paul van Hecke raises questions about Van de Ven's future, as he has been linked to other clubs amid speculation of a move this summer. His versatility as a defender makes him an appealing option for Liverpool in their pursuit of strengthening their defense. A transfer fee is anticipated to be between £60 million and £90 million for the 25-year-old Dutchman.

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Key Details

•Liverpool is preparing for the 2026-27 season with significant squad changes.
•Micky van de Ven is seen as a prime candidate to replace Virgil van Dijk.
•Tottenham's signing of Jan Paul van Hecke may signal Van de Ven's departure.
•Transfer fee for Van de Ven could range from £60 million to £90 million.
•Liverpool's defensive needs are pressing after key player departures.

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What they're saying

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Going into the 2026-27 season, there are still so many things that are undecided at Liverpool. Although their manager for the campaign is all sorted and done, there are still so many unknowns emerging...
— Yahoo Sports

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