Liverpool’s Sepp Van Den Berg is reportedly on the brink of a permanent departure from Anfield, with Brentford showing keen interest.
The 22-year-old Dutch centre-back, a long-standing target for Brentford manager Thomas Frank, is expected to finalize a move before the transfer window closes at the end of the month.
According to a recent update from David Ornstein of The Athletic, Van Den Berg is set to leave Liverpool on a long-term deal. The Reds are optimistic that their £20 million valuation for the young defender will be met, allowing him to embark on a new chapter in his career.
Van Den Berg originally joined Liverpool from PEC Zwolle in 2019 as a promising young talent. However, despite being with the club for over five years, he has struggled to break into the first team, making just four appearances in all competitions. During his time with Liverpool, he has spent loan spells at Preston North End, Schalke, and Mainz, where he gained valuable experience but failed to secure a regular spot in Liverpool’s lineup.
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With limited opportunities at Anfield, it has become evident that Van Den Berg is not part of Liverpool’s long-term plans. However, Brentford appears eager to bring him on board, seeing potential in the Dutchman that could be better utilized under Frank’s management. The Bees are reportedly the frontrunners in the race for his signature and may soon make a formal approach to secure his services.
88If the deal goes through, it would mark a significant step in Van Den Berg’s career, offering him the chance to establish himself as a key player in a Premier League side. Brentford, known for their astute recruitment and development of young talent, could provide the ideal environment for the defender to thrive and fulfill his potential.
As the transfer deadline looms, all eyes will be on whether Brentford can meet Liverpool’s asking price and finalize the deal. For Van Den Berg, a move to Brentford could represent the fresh start he needs to kickstart his career at the top level.
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