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'I'd love Liverpool to buy De Ligt!' - Carragher in awe of Ajax centre-back

Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has admitted he would "love" to see Matthijs de Ligt move to Anfield, claiming the teenage defender plays like a 29-year-old.

De Ligt has been linked with the likes of Barcelona and Manchester United, with Ajax director Edwin van der Sar revealing on Wednesday he expects the club's captain to move to Spain or England in the summer.

The 19-year-old has developed a formidable reputation at the back after starring in the Eredivisie outfit's surprise run to the Champions League semi-finals.

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And when asked about the prospect of seeing De Ligt play for Liverpool, former Reds star Carragher told the Liverpool Echo: "I'd love that!