Liverpool eye Tottenham's Van de Ven as Van Dijk successor

Liverpool are reportedly lining up an ambitious move for Tottenham's captain as they plan for life after Virgil van Dijk.

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What happened. Liverpool are reportedly keeping Micky van de Ven high on their defensive shortlist as they begin looking beyond Virgil van Dijk. The Tottenham captain has long been admired at Anfield, with his left-footed, quick profile and Premier League experience making him an appealing target.

• Van de Ven is reportedly viewed as a long-term replacement for Van Dijk.
• The Tottenham captain has been admired at Anfield for some time.
• Liverpool's interest comes as Van Dijk approaches the final year of his contract.

Any move would be complicated given Van de Ven captains Tottenham, but Liverpool are reportedly planning ahead for their defence.

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