Tottenham star reveals previous approach from PSG, but is in his ‘element’ in North London
Micky van de Ven is now a Europa League champion, but he has revealed that he did receive an approach from current European champions, Paris Saint-Germain before his move to Tottenham Hotspur.
Micky van de Ven is undoubtedly one of Tottenham’s most valuable players at the moment and arguably one of the best young centre-backs in the world.
Spurs looked a completely different side defensively when the Dutchman was fit and starting alongside Cristian Romero in central defence, and the 24-year-old’s acrobatic goal-line clearance in the Europa League final will live long in the memories of the Tottenham faithful.
Some reports over recent months have suggested that Van de Ven wanted by some of the biggest clubs in Europe, which is not surprising given that he possesses unique skill sets, specifically his blistering pace of such a speed which is rare among central defenders.
Micky van de Ven admits previous approach by Paris Saint-Germain
The Dutchman was a relatively unknown quantity when Tottenham signed van de Ven two years ago, with some even feeling that he was overpriced at £43m, given that he was coming off just one good season in the Bundesliga with Wolfsburg.
However, the deal looks like an absolute masterstroke by Spurs right now, with the Netherlands international having certainly justified his price tag and more.
The Tottenham man has revealed that around the time the Lilywhites came calling for him in the summer of 2023, his former agent, the late Mino Raiola also received a phone call from PSG.
When asked about PSG’s interest, van de Ven told Voetbal Primeur: “I know that they have reported to my agent Mino Raiola. It never got to the point where it would lead to serious matters.
“It was comparable to the time when Tottenham reported. At a certain point, clubs start to pull at you, and they start to report. But before it is serious, you are further away from home.”
When asked if he regrets not joining PSG, the defender responded: “I’m not looking at that now. I’m very much in my element at Tottenham Hotspur.”
Van de Ven on locking horns with PSG in UEFA Super Cup
The Dutchman and his Tottenham teammates will now go up against PSG in the UEFA Super Cup clash on August 13 in Udine.
Spurs have some good omens ahead of the Super Cup, but Van de Ven is not under any illusions about the challenge the Lilywhites will face in Italy in a couple of months.
When asked about taking on PSG for another European trophy, the Tottenham man simply responded: “They have a fantastic team of course. The manager (Luis Enrique) has done an incredible job.”
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