Sepp van den Berg’s journey with Liverpool has come to an end as the 22-year-old defender completes a £25 million move to Brentford. After several seasons on the periphery at Anfield, the Dutchman has signed a five-year deal with the Bees, bringing his four-year stint with the Reds to a close.
Sepp van den Berg Joins Brentford in £25m Transfer from Liverpool
Thomas Frank, Brentford’s head coach, has been keen to bolster his defense, and Van den Berg’s arrival is seen as a significant move. The deal includes an initial payment of £20 million, with an additional £5 million in potential add-ons. Liverpool has also secured a 17.5% sell-on clause, similar to the one included in the Fabio Carvalho transfer earlier this summer.
Van den Berg’s time at Liverpool has been marked by limited first-team opportunities. Since his arrival from PEC Zwolle in 2019, he managed just four appearances for the Merseyside club, the last of which came in February 2020.
In search of regular playing time, the young defender embarked on a series of loan spells, honing his skills in the Championship with Preston North End and later gaining valuable experience in the Bundesliga with Schalke 04 and Mainz 05.
Brentford’s capture of Van den Berg represents a strategic move by Frank and his team. The Dutchman’s versatility and experience across different leagues make him an appealing addition to a Brentford side that has steadily established itself in the Premier League.
Frank, known for his keen eye in developing young talent, expressed his excitement about the signing, highlighting Van den Berg’s attributes as a player who fits perfectly into Brentford’s system.
“I’m very pleased that we have managed to sign Sepp,” Frank said.
“He’s a centre-back with a good level and the potential to develop even further. Sepp is quick, reads the game well, and is composed on the ball. He’s also a great character, and I’m confident he’ll fit in well with the group and help us push forward.”
Van den Berg’s arrival at the Gtech Community Stadium comes at a crucial time for Brentford. The Bees have been active in the transfer market this summer, and Van den Berg’s signing follows the acquisition of Carvalho, who also made the switch from Liverpool for £27.5 million.
With the new Premier League season on the horizon, Van den Berg will be eager to make an impact, starting with Brentford’s trip to Anfield this weekend.
For Liverpool, Van den Berg’s departure, along with the sale of Bobby Clark to Salzburg for £10 million, underscores the club’s strategy of maximizing value from players on the fringes.
The sales have provided a financial boost for the Reds, who have yet to make a signing this summer but are reportedly close to securing goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili.
As Van den Berg embarks on this new chapter with Brentford, there is a sense of optimism that the Dutchman will thrive under Frank’s guidance.
His experience, coupled with his potential for growth, makes him an exciting prospect for Brentford fans to watch in the coming season.
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