Vinai Venkatesham has made it clear that securing Micky van de Ven’s long-term future at Tottenham Hotspur is one of his top priorities.
The Dutch defender has quickly become one of the most admired players in the Premier League, earning praise for his speed, consistency, and calmness under pressure.
Tottenham are eager to reward his progress and make sure he stays at the club for years to come, especially amid growing interest from Europe’s elite.
Van de Ven, only 24, is currently under contract until 2028, but Spurs believe his salary should now match his importance in the squad and his status as one of the best defenders in Europe.
The club is reportedly ready to more than double his current weekly wage of around £50,000, showing how much faith they have in him. The idea is simple Tottenham want to keep him happy, motivated, and away from the temptation of other top clubs looking to strengthen their defence.
According to reports from TBR Football, Venkatesham wants Van de Ven’s new deal finalized before the New Year. Tottenham are keen to avoid a situation where his name becomes part of the ongoing transfer talk surrounding top European centre-backs.
Sources close to the club say that even though Van de Ven’s contract still has several years left, Spurs don’t want to take any risks.
Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Chelsea are all believed to be monitoring the situation closely, with Madrid’s interest dating back to September.
TBR’s chief correspondent Graeme Bailey explained that Tottenham see Van de Ven as one of their most valuable assets. “It’s one of Vinai Venkatesham’s priorities to get him tied down before the New Year.
They don’t want his name entering the centre-back market discussions,” he revealed. “Spurs know he’s under contract until 2028, but they also know he’s as good as anything in England or Europe at the moment.”
Tottenham’s head coach, Thomas Frank, has also recognized Van de Ven’s growing influence within the team by naming him vice-captain earlier this season.
His leadership, professionalism, and drive to improve have impressed Frank since day one. Van de Ven has become a commanding presence not just in defence but also in the dressing room, earning respect from both teammates and coaches.
Former England and Tottenham defender Sol Campbell even ranked Van de Ven above Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk in his list of top three Premier League defenders.
Such recognition shows just how far the Dutchman has come since arriving in North London. His pace, composure, and ability to read the game have been crucial in helping Spurs become one of the hardest teams to break down in the league.
Van de Ven himself has been open about how much he enjoys working under Thomas Frank. Speaking earlier in the season, he described the Tottenham manager as someone who truly lives and breathes football.
“You can really see he lives the game,” Van de Ven said. “He loves it. Every time he speaks about it, he’s full of passion. Even in pre-season, his vision and tactical play were so detailed. You have to repeat the drills every time, over and over again. Every day, every second, he’s on it.”
He went on to say that Frank’s methods have quickly shaped the team’s style. “At this point, everybody knows what the gaffer expects. Everyone just does it naturally.
He has a very clear way of playing, and he’s managed to get that across to the group quickly,” Van de Ven explained.
This mutual respect between player and manager has been a big factor in Tottenham’s strong performances this season. Van de Ven’s stability at the back, combined with Frank’s tactical clarity, has given Spurs a solid foundation to build upon. It’s no surprise that the club’s hierarchy, led by Vinai Venkatesham, wants to secure his commitment as soon as possible.
For Tottenham, this new contract is more than just a financial upgrade it’s a statement of intent. It sends a clear message that they are serious about keeping their best players and building a team capable of challenging for major honours.
As interest from Europe’s top clubs grows, tying Van de Ven down early is not just a smart move, but an essential one for the club’s long-term success.
Micky van de Ven represents the modern Tottenham player young, ambitious, loyal, and driven. With his talent and leadership, Spurs believe he can become one of the defining defenders of his generation.
And with Venkatesham pushing hard to finalize the new deal before the year ends, it seems Tottenham are determined to make sure their star defender remains at the heart of their future.
