Thomas Frank may need a complete rethink after what Micky van de Ven did away from Tottenham
Micky van de Ven was played out of position in the Netherlands’ game against Poland on Friday.
The Netherlands drew 1-1 with Poland, as their qualification to the 2026 World Cup was all but confirmed due to a heavy goal difference advantage.
Van de Ven has been sensational for Tottenham this season, and Thomas Frank will have been praying that the Dutchman saw the game out unscathed.
Frank will be delighted to hear that Van de Ven went through the game without picking up a knock. However, his ears will prick up once he hears exactly where Van de Ven played in the match.
Micky van de Ven starred at left-back for the Netherlands
The Netherlands’ head coach, Ronald Koeman, decided to start Van de Ven at left-back.
Strangely enough, it may have been Van de Ven’s best appearance for the Oranje, with statistics proving he thrived in a new role.
| Minutes | Dribbles (successful) | Long balls (accurate) | Accurate passes | Recoveries | Ground duels won | Rating |
| 90 | 2 (2) | 3 (3) | 58/58 | 3 | 4 | 7.1 |
Van de Ven scored a Puskas contender recently when he ran the full length of the field against Copenhagen in the Champions League.
Koeman perhaps seen Van de Ven’s impressive ball-carrying ability, and instructed the Spurs man to express himself further up the field versus Poland.
Footage from the game shows exactly how he got on, as he remarkably completed 100 per cent of his dribbles, long balls and passes.
Frank now has the opportunity to rework Tottenham‘s entire defence because of this.
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Thomas Frank has another left-back option in Van de Ven
Van de Ven was not playing against easy opposition, as Poland had players like Matty Cash and Robert Lewandowski on the pitch.
Despite the star-studded side, Van de Ven still performed in a foreign position.
Players who can play left-back for Tottenham:
- Djed Spence
- Destiny Udogie
- Micky van de Ven
- Ben Davies
Frank now has the choice to play Van de Ven at left-back for Tottenham.
Radu Dragusin is nearing a return from injury for Tottenham, and Kevin Danso has also impressed.
The Lilywhites could soon see a massive change in the defensive lineup.
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