Tottenham Hotspur entered halftime with a 2-1 lead over Manchester City in their EFL Cup clash, but the first half was overshadowed by a worrying injury to Micky van de Ven.
The Dutch defender appeared to suffer a hamstring injury after challenging Savinho, as he was seen reaching for the back of his leg. Recognizing the potential severity, Ange Postecoglou made the swift decision to substitute the 23-year-old in the 14th minute, bringing in Destiny Udogie as a precaution.
However, Van de Ven’s emotional reaction while leaving the pitch—heading to the dressing room in tears—suggests the injury may be significant, which would mark a considerable setback for Tottenham.
Losing Van de Ven for an extended period would be a major blow for Postecoglou’s team. Since joining Tottenham from Wolfsburg for €50 million last summer, the Netherlands international has established himself as a key player and fan favorite.
His impressive speed and tactical awareness have allowed Tottenham to adopt a high defensive line, a feature of Postecoglou’s system that has been central to the team’s playing style this season.
Van de Ven has already started in eight of Tottenham’s nine Premier League matches, highlighting his crucial role in the lineup.
His potential absence raises concerns about Spurs’ defensive solidity and could force adjustments in their approach as they look to maintain momentum in both domestic and cup competitions.
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