Dutch defender Sepp van den Berg spent last season with Mainz and was very successful in the Bundesliga. He made 33 domestic league appearances and proved himself, and new coach Arne Slot has high hopes for him to fill Joel Matip’s vacancy.
However, his departure remains uncertain. The player wants regular treatment and a move to a club where he can secure a place in the starting line-up.
Liverpool are expected to demand a fee of £20 million, but the player’s management company and others are under the impression that this is too high.
Sky Sport Germany’s Florian Plettenberg reports that six German clubs are in the race for the 22-year-old centre-back, with the aim of landing him on a permanent or loan deal.
“Stuttgart, Hoffenheim, Wolfsburg, Mainz, M’gladbach and Leverkusen are/were all keen to sign Sepp van den Berg.”
“Some teams have made concrete offers to Liverpool for the 22 y/o defender but they were all rejected. Some teams still hope for a loan (Mainz).”
“But: Liverpool demand £20-25m for him at this stage and they were totally happy with his performances in recent weeks.”
“Future remains open. No decision yet. Contract valid until 2026.”
🚨Stuttgart, Hoffenheim, Wolfsburg, Mainz, M’gladbach and Leverkusen are/were all keen to sign Sepp van den Berg ✔️
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) August 8, 2024
Some teams have made concrete offers to Liverpool for the 22 y/o defender but they were all rejected. Some teams still hope for a loan (Mainz).
But: #LFC demand… pic.twitter.com/c9qqOSZQhx