Liverpool can quickly finalize the transfer of the talented defender for only €45 million

 Liverpool's defensive overhaul under Andoni Iraoli appears to be gaining momentum, with Joel Ordonez at the top of the club's list of players of interest. According to the Caught Offside website, Liverpool, Tottenham and Chelsea are interested in the 22-year-old center defender of Club Brugge, who in Europe is perceived as a player ready for a big transfer. The article states: "The talented 22-year-old is well known to Premier League clubs" and that "a long list of English teams have eyed him on more than one occasion over the past year." For Liverpool, this detail matters. This is not just a simple interest in a player or a name that unexpectedly appeared on the market. Ordonez has been under surveillance for a long time, and with Ibrahima Konate leaving the club on a free transfer at the end of the month, the need for defensive reinforcements is obvious. The £60 million spent on Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes gives Liverpool one significant boost, but it does not fully solve this problem. Virgil van Dijk is getting older, Joe Gomez's long-term situation is still uncertain, and the team needs more depth, speed and future planning. Caught Offside claims that Tottenham is currently leading the race for Ordonez's signature, stating: "However, there is a belief that Tottenham is currently leading the race for his signature as they are looking for defensive reinforcements." This is significant as Spurs are also considering signing Brighton's Jan Paul van Heck. The article added that Brighton are "unwilling to lower their price on his transfer", which could prompt Tottenham to turn to Ordonez as a more affordable alternative. At around €45 million, Ordonez seems like an interesting option on the market. He is young, already has experience in European football and physically fits the profile of a defender increasingly preferred by Premier League clubs. Not only Tottenham will be interested in him. Chelsea, Newcastle and Juventus are also mentioned, with Caught Offside adding: "I have been informed that his availability may also attract the attention of clubs such as Chelsea, Newcastle and Juventus, but for now the main things to watch are Liverpool and Tottenham." Liverpool's situation is different from Tottenham's. Spurs may be looking for another defensive option. Liverpool will soon undergo a complete defensive overhaul. Konate's departure eliminates one of the most physically dominant defenders in the team. Jacquet's arrival is exciting, especially for £60 million, but the club cannot rely on one new signing to transform their defense. Ordonez could give Iraoli another aggressive, developing center back with the potential to continue to develop. Caught Offside also notes that "a talented young player like Ordonez could be perfect to replace the aging Virgil van Dijk in the future." This is a question Liverpool need to answer in the long term. Van Dijk remains a key figure, but the club cannot afford to wait for a dip in form to force them to act. The best succession plans are built before a crisis occurs. The key issue now is timing. Tottenham seem to be in a good position, Chelsea and Newcastle have the resources toto complicate matters, with Juventus offering a European pedigree. Liverpool must decide whether Ordonez is a priority or just one of many names on a wider list. At €45 million, he won't remain available for long if several clubs finalize their interest. For Iraoli, this summer will be about building a defense that will meet his demands. Ordonez may not be a finished player, but he looks like he fits the profile that Liverpool absolutely need to sign. From Liverpool's perspective, this is exactly the kind of goal that makes sense. Ordonez is young, physically strong, has experience in Europe and is available at a price that seems realistic in the current market conditions. After losing Konate on a free transfer, Liverpool cannot afford to be passive. This loss leaves a major hole in the squad, not only in terms of skill, but also in terms of athleticism and defensive presence. Jacquet's arrival from Rennes is exciting, especially for £60 million, but Liverpool still need more. One transfer cannot build a new defense. On the contrary, Jacquet's arrival should be the beginning of this process, not the end. The interesting aspect is that Tottenham is described as the leading club in the race. This should whet appetites at Anfield. Liverpool have spent too many transfer windows watching smart transfer targets go elsewhere and then have them be obvious fits. Ordonez seems to be one of those players who may seem expensive now but will seem reasonable two years from now. Interest from Chelsea, Newcastle and Juve adds pressure, but Liverpool should still be attractive. Iraola needs defenders who can cope with space, play aggressively in defense and can move the ball quickly. Ordonez looks like a player who fits this concept. If Liverpool are serious about freshening up this squad, they should pursue this deal vigorously.