A former Liverpool player who requested to leave on Arne Slot’s first day in charge has now expressed interest in returning to Anfield in the future.
Sepp van den Berg departed Liverpool for Brentford in August and has already made 20 Premier League appearances for the Bees.
The Dutch defender initially joined Liverpool from PEC Zwolle in 2021 but never made a senior appearance, instead spending loan spells at Preston North End, Schalke, and Mainz. While primarily a center-back, the 23-year-old has also been utilized as a right-back under Brentford manager Thomas Frank.
Currently sidelined with a minor knee injury sustained in Brentford’s 1-0 victory over West Ham, Van den Berg is expected to return in a matter of weeks.
Speaking to Dutch outlet Voetbal Primeur, he revealed that while a Liverpool return isn’t in his immediate plans, it remains a long-term ambition.
“Before pre-season started, I had already told the club that I wanted to leave and get regular playing time,” he said.
“I’d be lying if I said I don’t dream of returning to Liverpool one day. It’s still on my mind.
“But for now, taking a different path and playing regularly is better for my career. That’s what I’m doing, and it’s helping me develop.
“After pre-season, Liverpool told me I had performed well and that they wanted me to stay, but I didn’t see that happening for myself.
“The decision to leave was entirely mine, and I’m happy to be playing in the Premier League every week.”