Sources: Liverpool given encouragement in pursuit of one Tottenham player who's delivering

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(Credit: Manh Tung, Breaking Media, Imago) Sources: Liverpool given Micky van de Ven encouragement as rival ‘difficulties’ emerge Sun 8 March 2026 10:25, UK Liverpool have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Tottenham star Micky van de Ven as Barcelona may be forced to pull out of the race.The 24-year-old is widely expected to leave Spurs at the end of the season after what has been a miserable season, placing a number of top clubs on alert.Liverpool are among those keeping a close eye on his situation as Arne Slot hopes to bolster his defensive options when the summer transfer window opens.As I revealed on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Transfer Insider podcast, Barcelona are also very keen on a deal, but will be limited by financial concerns.The Spanish giants have struggled to agree big transfer fees in recent seasons and this is encouraging to Liverpool as they accelerate their transfer plans.Micky van de Ven is expected to leave Tottenham. (Credit Imago) ✈️ Liverpool Transfer News ✈️ Breaking news on deals in progress, latest signings, departures, and contract news from the Anfield boardroom.

VISIT THE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Liverpool set sights on Micky van de Ven dealFootball Insider revealed earlier this year that Liverpool are interested in Van de Ven as a long-term replacement for his fellow countryman Virgil van Dijk.Tottenham’s terrible league season, which has them just one point above the relegation zone as things stand, could now see the Reds step up their interest.Barcelona have been seen as their biggest rivals in the race and remain hopeful of agreeing a deal, but will not be able to compete financially this summer.Speaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, I explained: “It’s no surprise that other clubs are monitoring his situation. “Barcelona have been strongly linked with a potential move in Spain, but there’s a few difficulties for any potential move because we know Barcelona’s ongoing financial situation.“They won’t be able to get anywhere near what it would take to prise Van de Ven away.“Real Madrid have also been linked, and Liverpool have an interest in Van de Ven as well as they look for defensive reinforcements this summer.Credit: Imago“They’re interested in bringing in a replacement for Ibrahima Konate or a long-term replacement for current captain Virgil van Dijk as well.“If Spurs were to get relegated, you would imagine Van de Ven would be among a number of players who’d be seeking a move out of Tottenham.”Could Tottenham keep hold of Van de Ven?Despite what has been a dismal season in North London, Spurs have been hopeful of keeping hold of their best players including Van de Ven.Contract talks were planned with the Netherlands international as they looked to reward him for his displays, but doubts are now growing about his long-term future.Football Insider revealed on 6 March that Van de Ven is not happy at Tottenham and could push to leave in the summer, while contract talks have now stalled.Credit: ImagoThe 24-year-old was sent off as Igor Tudor’s side lost 3-1 to Crystal Palace last time out, in a new dent to their hopes of staying in the Premier League.Should they suffer relegation, there is no chance Spurs would be able to keep hold of their best players, and Van de Ven is expected to be one of the first to leave. 🔴 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Liverpool Insider Access Get the full story from Anfield and the AXA Training Centre with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Merseyside.