Liverpool's defensive needs are set to be a hot topic this summer, with a potential double swoop on Tottenham's defenders on the cards. Didi Hamann, a Liverpool legend, has weighed in on the matter, suggesting that the Reds should be keeping a close eye on two Spurs players. But here's where it gets controversial... Hamann believes that Liverpool should be targeting not just one, but two Tottenham defenders this summer. He names Micky van de Ven and Luka Vuskovic as the players in question, both of whom are making waves in the Premier League. Van de Ven, a Netherlands international, has been a standout performer for Tottenham, and Hamann thinks he could be a key addition to Liverpool's defense. But it's not just Van de Ven that has caught Hamann's eye. He also highlights Luka Vuskovic, an 18-year-old Croatian defender who has been leading the defense for Hamburg and has been linked with Tottenham. 'We know in football how important pace is going forward, but also at the same time you need quick defenders, and the more fast ones you've got, the better,' Hamann told Thunderpick.io. 'I think Micky van de Ven is one of the quickest, if not the quickest, in the Premier League. So, yeah, he'd certainly be one who's on the radar.' However, Liverpool's defense is not without its concerns. Ibrahima Konate is in the final few months of his contract, Joe Gomez was close to leaving last summer, and Giovanni Leoni is still recovering from a serious injury. So, while Liverpool may be looking to strengthen at the back, they also have to be mindful of the potential departures of key players. 'If Ibrahima Konate leaves, they (Liverpool) probably need at least one more player because I think it's a big risk,' Hamann continued. 'Jeremy Jacquet is a very promising young player. Bayern Munich were very interested; they thought they might have had him because it was not clear whether Dayot Upamecano was going to extend his contract.' But will Liverpool make these moves? Only time will tell. And this is the part most people miss... The club's future at the back is far from certain, and with key players in the final years of their contracts, the Reds will need to make some tough decisions. So, what do you think? Should Liverpool be targeting these two Tottenham defenders? Or is there another player you think they should be focusing on? Let us know in the comments below!
