Liverpool has experienced a quiet summer transfer window, further subdued by Jurgen Klopp’s departure from Anfield. However, new manager Arne Slot aims to shift the club’s momentum. Despite the losses of Thiago Alcantara, Joel Matip, and Adrian, Liverpool has yet to secure their replacements.
A significant signing seems unlikely, even though Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United has been mentioned in transfer rumours. Additionally, Liverpool faces the potential loss of another player, as a Champions League club has shown interest.
Reports from Eindhovens Dagblad suggest that Sepp van den Berg, a Liverpool defender, is eager to move to PSV Eindhoven. Seeking more playing time, van den Berg is pushing for a transfer to the Dutch champions, feeling that his opportunities at Anfield are limited. Despite his impressive performances in the preseason under Slot, consistent game time appears out of reach for him once the season starts.
Van den Berg has previously spent loan spells at Mainz and Schalke, gaining valuable experience and development away from Liverpool. Nonetheless, with numerous defensive options at Slot’s disposal, van den Berg’s desire to leave is understandable.
The 22-year-old defender is currently lower in the pecking order, trailing behind Virgil Van Dijk, Ibrahima Konate, Joe Gomez, and Jarrel Quansah. A move to PSV offers him a chance to play in the Champions League and return to his home country, which seems ideal for his career progression.
During Liverpool’s preseason tour in the United States, van den Berg demonstrated his readiness to advance to the next stage of his career, showing significant improvement and readiness for a new challenge.
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