Premier League
Liverpool is going through a transformation in its squad, and one of the most delicate issues revolves around the future of Virgil van Dijk, an absolute leader in defense over the past years.
The Dutch center-back, although still a key player, no longer provides the same physical assurances as before, leading the English club to consider a reliable replacement for the defensive line. And, according to various reports, the chosen one could be in the Spanish League.
Liverpool wants to go fishing at Valencia... now with César Tárrega
The name that has gained the most traction at Anfield is that of César Tárrega, a young center-back from Valencia CF who has become one of the great revelations of the championship. The defender, who recently renewed his contract with the white and black club, has earned an undisputed place in the first team due to his solidity, anticipation, and maturity beyond his years.
For coach Arne Slot, the arrival of a center-back like Tárrega would be strategic. Liverpool seeks to combine youth and potential with immediate performance, and the Spanish player fits perfectly into that idea. His evolution at Mestalla has been meteoric: he went from the reserve team to the first team in just a year and is now considered one of the most promising talents in the competition.
Interest in Tárrega is not limited to the English club. Both Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid have closely followed his progress, aware that the center-back could become a key piece for any elite defense. However, it is Liverpool who seems determined to take the next step.
The transfer fee is the major obstacle. Valencia knows they have a gem and are not willing to let him go for less than a figure exceeding 50 million euros. That amount, which may have seemed excessive for a player of his age in the past, is now a strategic investment for clubs looking to secure the future of their defense.

The big question is whether Liverpool will dare to put such a sum on the table. The Premier League has ample financial resources, especially for a team like Liverpool with high aspirations. In England, Tárrega is seen as a natural successor to Van Dijk, capable of growing under his shadow for one or two seasons until taking over as an undisputed starter.
Valencia fans fear losing one of their emerging idols. The Che club has made a strong commitment to the center-back but is aware that it is challenging to compete economically with European giants. If Liverpool decides to make a serious move, the outcome could be closer than many imagine.
The future of César Tárrega could be far from Mestalla. Liverpool is already preparing the ground to sign a player who promises to make his mark on European football. It will be a matter of weeks or months to see if the young talent takes the definitive leap to the Premier League.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Liverpool encuentra al "heredero" de Van Dijk en España
