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Liverpool Eye Van Hecke as Dean Huijsen Alternative

Published May 4, 2026 · Updated May 4, 2026 · Yahoo Sport

Arne Slot is reportedly in contact with Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke, who has been likened to Dean Huijsen. The 25-year-old is refusing a new contract, making him a potential summer target.

Jan Paul van Hecke has emerged as a top target for Liverpool this summer, according to Voetbal International. The 25-year-old center-back is refusing to sign a new deal at Brighton and has reportedly held discussions with the Reds.

Van Hecke offers a similar profile to Dean Huijsen, boasting Premier League experience and a high ceiling. Priced around £50 million, he could fill the void left by the aging Virgil van Dijk and fits Liverpool's strategy of signing young, high-potential talent. sportbet.reviews

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