"The question is, of course, what Virgil will do after the World Cup. When you've been playing in the Premier League for years, your body has taken a beating. You might start longing to take it a bit easier."
"Micky van de Ven could be the ideal replacement for the Liverpool star. The Netherlands International has been exceptional since the move to Tottenham, and he has shown that he has the qualities for the biggest club in the world. However, he has a long-term contract with the North London club and they are unlikely to sanction his departure anytime soon."
"There is no doubt that the Netherlands international is a quality player, and he has the ability to improve Liverpool. The opportunity to join the Premier League champions could be tempting for him as well. However, convincing his club will be difficult. I think he's the ideal successor to Virgil van Dijk, both for the Dutch national team and Liverpool, Boulahrouz explained to ESPN NL."
Virgil van Dijk is 34, under contract until 2027, and approaching the end of his career, so Liverpool must plan for a replacement. Micky van de Ven has performed exceptionally at Tottenham and possesses qualities suited to a top club and the Dutch national team. Van de Ven is tied to a long-term Tottenham contract, making a transfer difficult and likely expensive. The prospect of joining Liverpool could appeal to him, but convincing Tottenham would require significant outlay. Van Dijk has been indispensable and captained Liverpool to club success, so any successor must be top-class.
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