Tottenham Hotspur fans were given a glimmer of hope this week as Micky van de Ven was spotted back in outdoor training.
Tottenham’s season has been marred by a series of unfortunate injuries, leaving manager Ange Postecoglou with a constantly shifting lineup.
Key players have been forced to the sidelines, and the impact has been felt across the squad. In recent weeks, Tottenham’s struggles have intensified, with multiple injuries sidelining key figures, including goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, centre-back Cristian Romero, and winger Richarlison.
The likes of Mikey Moore and Wilson Odobert have also missed extended periods of play, further testing the depth of the squad. One name notably missing from the pitch for the past month has been Micky van de Ven.
The 23-year-old Dutch defender suffered a hamstring injury during Tottenham’s Carabao Cup victory over Manchester City in late October, adding to Spurs’ growing list of absentees.
The injury has kept van de Ven out of action for over a month, and his absence has been particularly keenly felt in the heart of the defence, where the team has had to rely on alternatives like the versatile Ben Davies.
The question on everyone’s lips was: when will van de Ven return? Now, Tottenham fans finally have an answer.
In a tweet shared by the official Spurs account on X, van de Ven was seen on the training pitch, engaging in drills and appearing in high spirits. The tweet was captioned: “Every rep, every step.”
The club has not confirmed an official return date, but the sight of the Dutch defender back on the field, suggests that his return is imminent.
This without a doubt has fans buzzing with anticipation, especially considering the injury troubles that have plagued the squad.
I believe Micky van de Ven’s potential return could not come at a better time for the Lilywhites. With several key players like Vicario still out, the Dutchman’s pace and defensive intelligence will offer an essential layer of protection at the back.
Van de Ven has also proven to be one of the more agile defenders in the league, and his ability to cover large areas of the pitch makes him a perfect fit for Postecoglou’s attacking style, where high defensive lines are often required.
For Postecoglou, having van de Ven back will provide the balance that Tottenham need as they navigate a challenging period of the season.
With a long list of injuries and tough matches ahead, the Dutch defender’s return could be the difference in Tottenham’s quest to maintain momentum in the Premier League.
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