Liverpool have reportedly cooled their interest in signing Manchester United target Micky van de Ven, despite suggestions the Dutch defender would favour a move to Anfield.
The Reds recently completed the signing of Víctor Muñoz from Osasuna, marking the first arrival under new head coach Andoni Iraola following Arne Slot’s departure after a disappointing, trophyless campaign that ended with a fifth-place Premier League finish.
With Ibrahima Konaté set to join Real Madrid on a free transfer, Liverpool are in the market for an experienced centre-back to strengthen a defence that already includes Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez, Jérémy Jacquet, and Giovanni Leoni.
Van de Ven had been linked with both Liverpool and Manchester United. Journalist Ben Jacobs previously claimed United would only consider a move if Tottenham were relegated, while the Dutch international would prefer a switch to Liverpool if the Reds entered the race.
However, despite reports from Dutch outlet De Telegraaf that Liverpool and Barcelona had made enquiries about the defender, talkSPORT’s Alex Crook now reports that Liverpool are not actively pursuing a deal, effectively ending their interest for the time being.
Meanwhile, Tottenham are reportedly close to completing a £52 million deal for Jan Paul van Hecke, a move that could have a significant impact on Van de Ven’s future at the North London club.
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