{"id":665210,"date":"2026-02-14T13:29:54","date_gmt":"2026-02-14T18:29:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/?p=665210"},"modified":"2026-02-14T13:29:54","modified_gmt":"2026-02-14T18:29:54","slug":"champions-league-winner-urges-liverpool-to-raid-spurs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2026\/02\/14\/champions-league-winner-urges-liverpool-to-raid-spurs\/","title":{"rendered":"Champions League Winner Urges Liverpool to Raid Spurs This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Liverpool\u2019s defensive vulnerability has once again been a topic of discussion within the media. Former Reds midfielder Didi Hamann insists the club must act decisively in the summer transfer window to restore themselves as a candidate to once again win the Premier League. Speaking earlier this week, the 2005 Champions League winner warned that Liverpool run the risk of being exposed if they fail to bring in defensive reinforcements, especially if important defenders leave or injuries persist.<\/span><\/div>\n
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He went on to say that his old club should raid Spurs and highlighted two names that they should attempt to bring to the club.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Read More: Arne Slot Names \u2018Three Clear Priorities\u2019 for Liverpool<\/a><\/div>\n

Didi Hamann Urges Liverpool to Raid Spurs This Summer<\/h2>\n

Liverpool Should Target Spurs Trio<\/span><\/h3>\n
Hamann emphasised the necessity of speed in modern-day defences and stated that Liverpool would require more reinforcements, particularly if departures happen:<\/span><\/div>\n
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\u201cIf Konat\u00e9 was to go\u2026 they probably need at least one more player because I think it\u2019s a big risk,\u201d he explained.<\/span><\/div>\n
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He commended Tottenham’s centre half, Micky van de Ven, particularly pointing to his pace and development in recent years. One of the Premier League\u2019s quickest defenders, the Dutchman would suit Liverpool\u2019s high defensive line perfectly and could form a seamless partnership alongside his international team-mate Virgil van Dijk.\u00a0<\/span>Luka Vuskovic, an 18-year-old who is now getting experience outside of North London, also attracted recognition from Hamman:<\/span><\/div>\n
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\u201cHe leads the defence. They got a point against Munich last week. He scored, and he’s on Tottenham’s books\u201d.<\/span><\/div>\n
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Despite his youth, the Croatian defender has won plaudits for his poise and leadership while on loan.\u00a0The idea that Liverpool would need to consider multiple defenders highlights the deeper problem they currently have, lack of depth.<\/span><\/div>\n

One Defensive Reinforcement Already Incoming<\/h3>\n
By agreeing to a summer move for highly regarded defender Jeremy Jacquet, they have already acted early in the market, but there are still unanswered concerns. Joe Gomez was on the verge of departing last summer, Ibrahima Konat\u00e9 is nearing the end of his contract, and long-term injuries have interfered with defensive consistency, particularly Conor Bradley and Giovanni Leoni, who are currently sidelined for the rest of this season.<\/div>\n

Summer Planning Could Define Liverpool Next Season<\/h3>\n
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Because of injuries and turnover, Liverpool’s defence has had difficulty staying consistent this season. The former midfield player himself admitted that it can be risky to incorporate youthful talent into a team that lacks cohesion. The back line could get much-needed solidity with a decisive summer; however, hesitation could just cause old issues to reappear. <\/span>It’s unclear if a settlement between the two teams will eventually be reached, but Liverpool’s current defensive ambiguity should serve as a\u00a0cautionary\u00a0sign for next season.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Read More: Liverpool Boss Discusses Two Players Who Are Very Important<\/a><\/div>\n
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