Anderlecht 
Liverpool 
- 14 January
- 6K+ views
CONFIRMED: Bart Verbruggen signs for Brighton.
Brighton beats Liverpool to sign Bart Verbruggen. Anderlecht accepts their €20M offer for the goalkeeper, ending the rumour of Bart Verbruggen moving to Liverpool.
CONFIRMED: Bart Verbruggen signs for Brighton
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Rumour report
(Latest update: )Liverpool's pursuit of Bart Verbruggen reaches new heights. Numerous reports indicating a 86% probability of the goalkeeper making the switch to his potential new club. Here is why.
- Liverpool has often bought players who are approximately the same age as the current age of Bart Verbruggen (23).
- Liverpool has often bought players whose potential (FT Skill) is comparable to the potential of Bart Verbruggen.
- Bart Verbruggen is in a favorable situation regarding potential playing time, as there are only a limited number of direct competitors for his position within the current Liverpool squad. This significantly increases his chances to prove himself and become a key player on the field.
Transfer Logic score:
Pros
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Comparable age to previously attracted players
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Comparable potential to previously attracted players
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Few direct competitors for position (Alisson (Goalkeeper, BRA), Caoimhín Kelleher)
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Missing star player in position on team
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Few better competitors for position (Alisson (Goalkeeper, BRA), Caoimhín Kelleher)
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Not many competitors with higher Potential (Alisson (Goalkeeper, BRA), Caoimhín Kelleher)
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Missing potential star player in position
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Comparable value to previously attracted players
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Comparable quality to previously attracted players
Cons
There are no cons known for this rumour
Liverpool 'eye up Vebruggen' which may see Kelleher leave in £25m exit
Liverpool are expected to be very busy over the summer.
Alternatives of Liverpool
| Skill / pot | Player | Team |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill / pot | Player / Team / Position |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|
|
78.0
78.0
|
Robert Sánchez |
 Chelsea
|
€27.4M |
|
77.5
77.5
|
Michele Di Gregorio |
 Juventus
|
€19.6M |
|
77.5
79.5
|
Mile Svilar |
 Roma
|
€26.5M |
|
77.4
78.2
|
Dean Henderson |
 C. Palace
|
€29.2M |
|
77.3
77.3
|
Vanja Milinković-Savić |
 Napoli
|
€13.9M |
|
77.2
78.9
|
Unai Simón |
 Athletic
|
€30.2M |
|
76.8
81.4
|
Marco Carnesecchi |
 Atalanta
|
€26.8M |
|
76.7
82.8
|
Lucas Chevalier |
 PSG
|
€37.6M |
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Bart Verbruggen
GK
Skill: 74.2
Pot: 83.7
Team
Brighton
Brighton
Contracted Until
30 Jun 28
ETV
€42.6M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€38.3M – €46.8M
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Who is Bart Verbruggen?
Bart Verbruggen (NED) is a a ball playing keeper and currently plays for Brighton. Bart Verbruggen is 23 years old (2002/08/18) and he is 194cm tall. His preferred foot is Right. His jersey number is 16. Bart Verbruggen has also been used as a sweeper keeper and as a line keeper.
Bart Verbruggen's current transfer value is between €38.3M and €46.8M. His last transfer was from Anderlecht to Brighton in 2023. Brighton paid Anderlecht €20M for Bart Verbruggen.
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