Tottenham hoping big Micky Van de Ven price tag will scare off any buyers

Tottenham Hotspur are aware that Micky Van de Ven is attracting plenty of transfer interest, but they are facing a problem in the contract negotiations with the player.

Spurs’ continued struggles in the Premier League have put them in a precarious position in the transfer market.

While it has been reported that the Tottenham hierarchy is prepared to spend big on top players, the reality is that world-class players may not be too keen on joining a club languishing in 14th place in the table.

Additionally, Spurs also run the risk of having their star men’s heads turned by other clubs, and that already seems to be happening with one player.

Tottenham’s contract talks with Micky van de Ven are not advancing

TEAMtalk back up what we have heard from other sources over recent days by stating that Liverpool have their sights set on Micky van de Ven.

The outlet further claims that Man United are also interested in the Dutchman, while Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are also watching his situation closely.

Spurs are said to be acutely aware of the growing interest in Van de Ven, and they remain intent on tying him to a new deal.

Club CEO Vinai Venketesham has already begun talks with the centre-back’s entourage on a new deal, having set that as his top priority.

However, Spurs are aware that persuading Van de Ven to sign a new deal will be difficult given their current struggles, and talks are not progressing at this stage.

Spurs hoping to scare off teams with Van de Ven price tag

TEAMtalk say as the interest in the former Wofsburg man grows, Tottenham have slapped a £100m price tag on him.

It is explained that Spurs expect their valuation to deter potential suitors and are keen not to look weak in the market as their season falters.

The Lilywhites remain hopeful of eventually tying down Van de Ven to a new contract, with the club seeing the Netherlands international as ‘a cornerstone of their future’.

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