Real Madrid informed exactly what it’d cost to sign Micky van de Ven from Tottenham
Real Madrid are one of several clubs supposedly keeping tabs on Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven, with a price tag already being set.
Van de Ven surpassed his own Tottenham goalscoring record when he netted a brace during Spurs’ 3-0 win over Everton in the Premier League.
The defender has scored three goals in two seasons in North London but has already netted five this period.
This means that Van de Ven is currently Tottenham’s top scorer in a stat that is both impressive and a worry for Thomas Frank. As a result, the last thing the Lilywhites will want is to lose him.
Tottenham set £87m asking price for Micky van de Ven
Tottenham are demanding £87m to part with the centre-back, according to Fichajes on 27 October.
It is believed that the North London club are well aware of the gem they have on their hands, and their valuation reflects this.
Real Madrid are one of the clubs interested in Van de Ven, but they are set to face competition from Liverpool and Bayern Munich for his signature.
The defender, who arrived at Tottenham from Wolfsburg in 2023, has become an integral member of Frank’s squad in recent months.
He is the perfect blend of pace, technicality and defensive prowess, and it’ll take something extraordinary for Spurs to part with him.
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Can Tottenham afford to lose Micky van de Ven?
Tottenham arguably have one of the best defences in the Premier League on paper.
Captain Cristian Romero has been a staple in Spurs’ backline, while youngsters Luka Vuskovic and Kota Takai are climbing through the ranks.
However, Kevin Danso will likely be the man to replace Van de Ven if he does leave over the coming months.
Indeed, Danso’s performance against Everton would’ve left Romero sweating. He was an absolute brick wall from beginning to end, making 18 clearances against the Toffees.
This was the most by a Spurs player in a Premier League game since Jan Vertonghen in December 2016.
- He also won 100 per cent of his duels.
- Danso did not commit a single foul against Everton
While the Austrian international is talented enough to hold down the fort if Van de Ven does leave, his departure will impact Tottenham’s squad depth.
This means the North London club will have to sign at least two additional centre-backs over the summer.
This is a tough ask for a team that already has one of the best defenders in the world, and as a result, the rewards of losing Van de Ven do not outweigh the costs.
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