Liverpool-linked defender Micky van de Ven is the subject of an offer from Tottenham.
Per transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano, the North London club have put in a verbal opening proposal for his signing.
The Netherlands Under-21 star was outstanding at Wolfsburg last season, attracting the interest of Reds boss Jurgen Klopp.
While Liverpool have some interest, he is not a priority, which has opened the door for Spurs.
They are the ones at the forefront of the Van de Ven chase, as they want to secure his signature in the coming weeks.
New boss Ange Postecoglou is determined to have a revamped back line by the start of the upcoming Premier League season.
