Garth Crooks continues to recognize the successes of Tottenham Hotspur’s players, by naming Micky van de Ven in his Premier League Team of the Week after the win over Crystal Palace on Friday night.
Since arriving at Tottenham this summer, Micky van de Ven has seemingly helped the Lilywhites faithful forget all about the defensive woes of last season.
The young Dutchman has forged an incredible partnership with vice-captain Cristian Romero at the heart of the Spurs defence and has wasted no time in establishing himself in the Premier League.
On Friday, Tottenham had to dig deep to overcome Palace at Selhurst Park. Despite dominating possession, Spurs were never quite home and dry against the Eagles, and had to be particularly vigilant in the dying moments after Jordan Ayew’s controversial goal halved the deficit.
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Van de Ven named in Team of the Week again
Ange Postecoglou‘s side held firm and secured all three points, largely thanks to fine defensive work from the backline. That hard work was praised by Garth Crooks, in his latest Team of the Week selection for the BBC.
On van de Ven’s inclusion, Crooks said: “This kid is looking better with every appearance. It’s still early days in his career and there is a long way to go in the title race but Micky van de Ven looks like the real deal. The Netherlands international is quick, comfortable on the ball and likes a goal.
“He didn’t score in the victory at Crystal Palace, but no one was complaining about that. What van de Ven brings to the proceedings is a calm, steadying influence at the back for Spurs and provides Cristian Romero with a defensive partner he can not only rely on but help develop.”
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I think that final point is very important and interesting. Romero clearly feels a heightened sense of responsibility this season, and not just because of his vice-captaincy, but because he has a peer next to him who is looking to learn from him. What a partnership!
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