Tottenham are keen to retain the services of the said star for next season.
Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven has been in the media spotlight for quite some time now. The Dutchman has not enjoyed a season up to his usual standards. He played a monumental role in ensuring that the North Londoners got over the line in the Europa League final last year against Manchester United, thanks to his superb goal-line clearance in the second half. However, it is fair to say that the prolific defender has looked a shadow of himself in recent months.
Van de Ven also began the current season on a high note, making an impact at both ends of the pitch under Thomas Frank. At one point, he was the club’s second-highest scorer in all competitions, netting seven goals during the first half of the season. His solo wonder goal against FC Copenhagen in the Champions League was one for the highlight reels, as he tiptoed his way through the entire field before slotting the ball into the net.
However, it appears that the club’s dire situation in the Premier League has affected the 25-year-old. His performances have been erratic, and he has struggled to step up in Cristian Romero’s absence in certain matches. Fans will now hope that Van de Ven regains his confidence in the coming days under Roberto de Zerbi and helps the club avoid relegation this campaign. That is the only way the North Londoners will be able to retain their star players.
Liverpool are trying hard to land Tottenham star Micky van de Ven
Tottenham’s crucial win over Aston Villa has finally lifted the club out of the relegation zone this week. Their survival is now entirely in their own hands, and it seems that the Lilywhites may be able to undergo a proper squad rebuild while keeping hold of their key players. Micky van de Ven was one of the players likely to leave if the North Londoners had gone down. However, that may no longer be the case for the 25-year-old.
Recent reports have suggested that Micky van de Ven is considering a potential move away from N17 in the summer. The Dutchman is concerned about the possibility of relegation and wants to ensure he has suitable offers lined up in the coming months. Regarded as one of the North London club’s most valuable players, it is important that Spurs secure a significant fee if they decide to cash in on him at the end of the season.
There is now a new twist in the transfer saga involving the prolific centre-back. As per Ekrem Konur (via X), Liverpool view Micky van de Ven as a long-term replacement for Virgil van Dijk at Anfield. The Reds are planning to make a bold move for the Dutchman and want him to play a key role in their backline under Arne Slot next season. Spurs, however, will only allow the 25-year-old to leave if they receive an offer worth around €95m in the coming months.
Letting Micky van de Ven leave in the summer may not be the worst outcome for the Lilywhites. They could reinvest the funds from his sale into new arrivals with a higher ceiling. Opening up a spot in the starting eleven could also allow the North Londoners to utilise Luka Vuskovic as Cristian Romero’s partner at the back under Roberto de Zerbi. It remains to be seen whether Spurs decide to cash in on Van de Ven in the coming months.