5 centre-backs Liverpool could target this summer to partner Virgil van Dijk

#1 Toby Alderweireld

Toby Alderweireld is one of the PL's finest defenders

Toby Alderweireld is one of the finest centre-backs in the Premier League and would be a dream signing for all Liverpool fans.

He has plenty of attributes which would perfectly compliment the way in which Jurgen Klopp sets his side out to play - comfortable with possession, strong and equally mobile, he crucially plays with a certain authority that would bring calmness into the Reds' backline.

Having joined Tottenham from Atlético Madrid in 2015, he has been an ever-present figure in Spurs' starting line-up since then. He played all 38 league matches during his debut campaign at the club, helping them maintain the joint-best defensive record in England's top-flight.

They finished third that season and for his brilliant defensive displays, he was awarded the Spurs Player of the Year award.

However, his current contract is set to expire in the summer of 2019 and there are reports that he's currently refusing to renew his contract, potentially mulling over his options. If they cannot settle on an agreement, it's likely that Tottenham will reluctantly cash in on the player during the summer months as opposed to letting him leave on a free transfer next year - but they would still command a hefty amount as plenty of suitors are tracking the Belgian international at present.