Liverpool eyeing Bologna star as potential replacement for Van Dijk

The Reds are reportedly looking to sign the 25-year-old center half in the upcoming summer transfer window, according to The Mirror.

Manager Arne Slot has even admitted this week that he pursued Beukema back in 2021. 

“I wanted to sign him. He had had a very good season at Go Ahead Eagles and we were looking for a central defender," he explained to reporters.  

"We saw a lot of potential in him.” 

He added: “I think he chose the wrong club, because Feyenoord did a lot better than AZ (Alkmaar)! 

"But, in the end, he made a nice transfer to Bologna, where he is also doing well. Beukema is a very good player.”