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Brighton has reportedly rejected an offer from Tottenham for Jan-Paul van Hecke, according to English media. The initial bid for the 25-year-old Dutch international was below the Seagulls' valuation, but negotiations between the two clubs are ongoing.
Van Hecke shares a close relationship with Tottenham's new manager, Roberto De Zerbi, having worked together at Brighton between 2022 and 2024.
However, the defender is also a transfer target for Liverpool, with recent reports indicating that the Reds have initiated talks.
Tottenham is actively seeking a defender with Van Hecke's profile, as there's a possibility they might part ways with one of their current defenders, Micky van de Ven.
Van Hecke was included in the Netherlands squad for the World Cup and played 87 minutes in Wednesday's 1-0 friendly loss to Algeria in Rotterdam. He has earned 11 caps for his national team.
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