David Hancko was also of interest to Liverpool, but Atlético de Madrid was closer to completing the transfer. The Slovakian defender agreed to join Atlético, but Feyenoord did not agree to the financial terms proposed by Atlético. Despite the interest from Liverpool, the transfer did not go through.

David Hancko has spoken with Arne Slot and does not believe Liverpool are on the hunt for a new defender.

David Hancko, who was coached by Liverpool's new boss Arne Slot at Feyenoord, shared insights suggesting that Liverpool may not be actively seeking reinforcements in defence and a transfer is unlikely.