Ange Postecoglou’s attention now appears to be turning toward strengthening his defensive ranks after signing Guglielmo Vicario and James Maddison, two players that made their respective debuts last season and allowed an alarming 63 goals against. With that being said, Ange Postecoglou may need new reinforcements soon – something Guglielmo Vicario and Maddison might help with.
Pochettino has signaled his intent to acquire a central defender and is in advanced talks to sign Wolfsburg defender Micky Van de Ven.
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Wolfsburg want PS43m for Van de Ven
Van de Ven’s running speed is another drawcard; Bundesliga stats ranked him the fastest center-back last season. “He has a lot of pace, plays every second, tackles well, and can step up in big games,” Wolfsburg manager Niko Kovac commented after Van de Ven made an impactful first-year debut with Wolfsburg.
Spurs Head Scout Jonk is a big admirer of the Dutch player who has competed at the Under-21 level for Holland. Jonk believes this individual “has an exciting future ahead of him and that his style and progression are incredible.”
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Tottenham has also been linked with an approach for Southampton full-back Romeo Lavia. According to reports, discussions have already taken place with representatives of Burkina Faso International, who are valued by his employers at around EUR50 Million.
Tottenham have offered PS30m for Van de Ven.
Spurs have enjoyed an outstanding start to their summer, signing both Guglielmo Vicario and James Maddison already, with Micky Van de Ven close to completing a move from Bundesliga club Borussia Monchengladbach reportedly agreeing personal terms before an expected medical is scheduled soon after.
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22-year-old Daniel van Dijk is an exceptional defensive player, often deployed at left back. Capped twice by the Netherlands under-21s and recently appearing as part of a squad that managed to draw all three group-stage matches at the European Championships, van Dijk recently earned two caps for both countries.
Van de Ven is believed to be one of Spurs’ top targets as they look to strengthen their defense under Ange Postecoglou, who is also after Bayer Leverkusen’s Edmond Tapsoba and Juventus’ Gleison Bremer as potential signings. Van de Ven would add height and strength to their backline, which currently features Davinson Sanchez, who may leave this summer, and Clement Lenglet, who may return from a loan stint at Barcelona, but that cannot be guaranteed.
Van de Ven is ready to travel to the UK.
Van de Ven’s arrival would be a significant boon for Tottenham’s defense, particularly under Ange Postecoglou, who is looking to alter their defensive formation and ensure they have pace at the back line.
Once watching him perform for Wolfsburg this season, it became evident that the 22-year-old has much to offer in the Premier League. His versatility allows him to fill both left-back positions as well as full-back spots with ease.
Young players like Kyle need a strong desire to succeed, and that’s exactly what Spurs fans will appreciate from him. He’s an inspiring leader, willing to lead any team he joins – making him ideal for North London. Not just an excellent defender, Kyle also stands out off the pitch as an admirable person – something which fits in well at Tottenham and showcases his incredible speed, which the club fans will certainly take notice of!
Van de Ven is ready to join Tottenham.
Tottenham’s latest signing to bolster their defense under new manager Ange Postecoglou may soon become a reality, according to reports that they are close to signing Wolfsburg defender Micky Van de Ven.
Last season, Dutch defender Kees van de Lindt made headlines for Bundesliga club Hoffenheim as they finished eighth. His quick pace and defensive awareness will prove invaluable at Spurs, where their backline was often exposed.
Liverpool is expected to fight off competition from Spurs as they compete to sign left-footed center-back Van de Ven, as he has more experience at the highest level than Edmond Tapsoba from Bayer Leverkusen defender Edmond Tapsoba. However, with Van de Ven having already agreed to personal terms, Tottenham remains hopeful a deal can be concluded quickly before having him travel over for medical procedures before joining up with their squad ahead of the new season.
