Jorg Schmadtke has already signed perfect Liverpool defender

Liverpool have been linked with a number of young midfielders this summer as the Reds revamp begins in earnest

It means much of the talk since Jorg Schmadtke was confirmed as Liverpool's new sporting director has focused on who will arrive in the centre of the park.

There is no doubt the Reds' midfield is in dire need of attention, but to ensure the same problems don't occur in another area of the pitch in future, the correct defenders will be just as important additions this summer.

Schmadtke may not have to look hard for the perfect new recruit

This is because the 59-year-old has already signed the man in question - Dutch prodigy Micky Van de Ven.

The 6'4 defender made the move from FC Volendam in his home country to Wolfsburg

Trent Alexander-Arnold's migration to midfield could open the door for a new right-sided full-back.

Conor Bradley is likely to return to the squad this summer and Liverpool will hope that Calvin Ramsey can also make progress

Joel Matip set to turn 32 in August and out of contract next summer, a new centre-back will soon be needed - and Van de Ven could tick a lot of boxes

the Dutchman is rapid, as seen in a moment that went viral amongst Reds supporters last week

The 22-year-old is also versatile being a left footer who can play as either centre back or left back

negotiations could be made easier by Van de Ven's affection for Liverpool, after a picture of him visiting Anfield did the rounds on social media this week.

Wolfsburg are in no rush to sell and the player is open about his future, so it would be up to Liverpool to test the waters with a bid

with Schmadtke's contacts, it might just be one to watch as Liverpool's evolution looks set to continue