The situation reflects a changing centre-back market at Anfield. Liverpool have reportedly lost Ibrahima Konaté to Real Madrid on a free transfer, leaving Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez, Giovanni Leoni and Jeremy Jacquet as the club’s main senior options.
Leoni remains on the comeback trail from a serious knee injury, while Jacquet’s recent shoulder problem has added another layer of uncertainty. That context explains why defensive reinforcements have been discussed, but it does not necessarily point to Van de Ven as the preferred target.
The latest update says Liverpool currently have no plan to pursue the Netherlands international in the upcoming window.
Van de Ven is reportedly viewed as an important part of Tottenham’s squad. The club does not appear to be preparing for his departure, even after adding Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton.
That signing could have intensified speculation around the Dutch defender, but Tottenham’s recruitment does not automatically signal a willingness to sell. Van Hecke may strengthen the squad rather than replace Van de Ven.
The same update also cools claims of a Barcelona move, suggesting there are no immediate plans for the Catalan club to secure the centre-back either.
For Liverpool, the focus now appears to be on assessing the defensive options already available and identifying whether another profile better suits the new manager’s plans. Van de Ven’s pace and ability to defend space would fit many high-line systems, but the current market signal points away from a deal.
The next transfer window should reveal whether Liverpool return for a centre-back or trust their existing group. For now, Van de Ven looks set to remain in north London, with Tottenham treating him as part of the next phase of their squad.