As Tottenham face the unthinkable of relegation to the Championship, Premier League clubs are starting to target players.
It has been rumored that a number of players could leave the north London club due to their uncertain futures and the difficulties they are currently experiencing.
Manchester United are keen to pounce on Spurs’ lightning defender Micky van de Ven ahead of the impending summer transfer window, according to The Athletic.
To truly understand why United are sniffing around, you only have to look at the sheer chaos at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Tottenham’s relegation could lead to a huge sell-off
They are currently without a win in the Premier League in 2026 and are two points clear of safety.
The board has already weighed in with management, sacking Ange Postecoglou, watching over Thomas Frank’s departure in February and enduring an interim period under manager Igor Tudor before desperately handing the reins to Roberto de Zerbi in a last-ditch effort to protect their top-flight status.
If Spurs go down, a major sell-off is completely inevitable and Van de Ven, who has a market value of around €65m, will be one of the first players to jump on board.
This potential move definitely makes sense for Man United. As they prepare for a return to European competition next season, the INEOS hierarchy are in desperate need of a top-class left-handed centre-back to balance out their defensive line.
After watching Matthijs de Ligt and Lisandro Martinez battle constant and frustrating injuries throughout this season, the addition of a durable, fast and elite 25-year-old defender felt absolutely necessary.
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But even if Spurs are relegated, it won’t be cheap to part with the Dutchman. United need to raise a significant amount of money, and Manuel Ugarte appears to be the frontrunner.
Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe was reportedly unimpressed with the 25-year-old Uruguayan during the recent defeat to Leeds.
It is clear whether Tottenham will miraculously pull off a great escape or inevitably fall into the Championship.
Van de Ven is too talented to go down with the sinking ship.
If United can ruthlessly pare down their squad and accumulate the necessary funds, Old Trafford’s defense could be significantly upgraded.
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