Former Spurs defender Toby Alderweireld has explained why interest in Micky van de Ven has faded following a couple of testing seasons at Tottenham. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting.
Stressing that clubs are wary because Van De Ven was part of a team that almost got relegated, Alderweireld maintained that Micky is still a very good defender in his eyes.
Toby added that VDN has the potential to become one of the best centre-backs in the world.
His words, “Everyone talks about Micky van de Ven and his speed but he’s a very good defender. I wish I was as quick as him!
But don’t forget that Tottenham Hotspur almost got relegated and he was part of that. That’s the reality. Regardless of how good he is, that’s the reality. Maybe clubs are looking at that and thinking he should have done better to help the club last season.
On the other hand, if he stays at Spurs, it’s not a bad situation for him because you can see the signings they are making. The vibe around the club is changing. He’s playing for a very good manager in Roberto De Zerbi. Maybe it’s now a good thing to stay and show everyone that now you’re going to see the real us after what happened last year. I think there are even bigger opportunities and challenges for him to take on at Spurs.
I think he has the right mentality. Of course, it’s not easy when all the team is not playing well to get to the same level because he wants to help and stuff like that. I don’t think he had the best season because of the club, but I think he has the potential to become one of the best centre-backs in the world.
Of course, he needs to level up as well, but sometimes it’s part of the team. He has the attributes to become very, very good. He’s still not that old, so he can improve and hopefully he wants to stay and improve himself in the club.”
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