Tottenham are prepared to hand a massive wage hike to defender who has drawn serious attention from Chelsea.
Chelsea plotting move for Tottenham defender
Tottenham are aware of how vital Micky van de Ven has become since his arrival. Now, they are planning to offer a pay hike to the defender as per reports.
The Dutchman has been extremely reliable defensively. He is drawing interest from clubs including Liverpool, Chelsea and even Real Madrid. Given that, Spurs are willing to double his weekly salary from £50,000 to £100,000.
That is a sort of increase that suggests just how desperate the club is to tie him down. Van de Ven is one of the fastest defenders in the league. Also, he is among the most consistent performers as well. Spurs head coach Thomas Franks sees him as a huge part of their project.
The situation is heating up because Liverpool and Chelsea both need defensive upgrades. Chelsea continue to struggle with unreliable options. Meanwhile, Liverpool are sweating over Ibrahima Konate’s uncertain future and Joe Gomez’s injury track record.
Both sides would jump at the chance to sign a defender like Van de Ven. But, Tottenham know letting him go would be a disaster.
The battle for a Premier League gem
What makes this tug-of-war more intriguing is Tottenham’s current standing. They won the Europa League recently, but chasing the PL title or a UCL crown is another level entirely. Liverpool and Chelsea can promise that platform, and that could tempt Van de Ven.
The big question is whether the defender believes in Spurs’ project enough to stick around. If not, the lure of trophies at a new club will sway him.
Tottenham’s offer of £100k-a-week is not just about money. It’s about making a statement to both their rivals and their own dressing room. They’re telling everyone that Van de Ven is their future.
Author’s Opinion:
Spurs are right to throw everything at keeping Van de Ven. But if trophies are his priority, money alone might not be enough to fend off Chelsea or any other club.
As featured on Chelseanews.com
