Liverpool identify Dean Huijsen alternative after losing out to Real Madrid

Liverpool are actively searching for elite European prospects to bolster their lineup ahead of the forthcoming season.

The Reds are believed to have finalized an agreement to acquire Bayer Leverkusen’s right wing-back *Jeremie Frimpong* during this transfer window, who will step in as the direct successor to departing right-back *Jeremie Frimpong*.

They are also reportedly showing interest in Brighton forward *Joao Pedro*, who is viewed as a possible substitute for *Darwin Nunez* at *Anfield* in the coming months.

When it comes to defensive reinforcements, the Reds had been strongly associated with a pursuit of Bournemouth’s *Dean Huijsen*, who has now transferred to *Real Madrid* of *La Liga*.

**Liverpool want Ajax defender this summer**

As stated by *GiveMeSport*, referencing *Fabrizio Romano*, the Merseyside outfit have shifted their focus to acquiring Ajax standout *Jorrel Hato*.

*Hato* has already played in over 100 matches for *Ajax* and has collected six appearances for the *Netherlands* national team, underlining his composure and promise despite his youth.

Liverpool’s interest in *Hato* has intensified as they continue their efforts to strengthen their backline following their failure to land *Huijsen*.

*Hato’s* adaptability enables him to function both as a central defender and on the left side, making him an important option for overall squad reinforcement.

With ongoing doubts over the future of *Jarrel Quansah* and increasing worries about the injury record of *Joe Gomez*, the Reds could opt for a younger defensive signing this window.

*Romano* told *GiveMeSport*:

“For sure *Hato* is one of the players appreciated at *Liverpool*, let’s see also what *Arsenal* decide to do.”

**Arne Slot can work wonders with Hato**

*Jorrel Hato in action for Ajax*

*Jorrel Hato is wanted by Liverpool. (Photo by Alex Bierens de Haan/Getty Images)*

Having previously coached in the *Eredivisie*, *Slot* would certainly be familiar with *Hato’s* strengths and areas for improvement.

He is a youthful defender with considerable room to develop, and his positional flexibility is a major reason behind *Liverpool’s* pursuit.

The young talent has been a fixture in *Ajax’s* first team for the past three seasons, illustrating that even at such an early stage of his car

eer, he possesses valuable experience.