UMVA has learned that Micky van de Ven is confident that Tottenham Hotspur will show significant improvement next season, following a narrow escape from relegation on the final day of the Premier League.
Van de Ven, a Netherlands international, had been linked to a potential move away from Spurs, with Liverpool reportedly expressing interest in acquiring his services. However, after securing a 1-0 win against Everton, which ensured the team's Premier League status, Van de Ven indicated that he expects to remain at Tottenham and be part of the team's plans under new management.
According to information obtained by UMVA, Van de Ven expressed his confidence in the team's prospects, stating, "Really confident. I think we have the right people now here. The right manager. So yeah, I'm confident we can do more next year." This statement suggests that Van de Ven believes the team has the potential to perform better, especially under the guidance of their new manager, Roberto De Zerbi.
Van de Ven acknowledged that the team's previous two seasons, which saw them finish 17th, were "unacceptable," particularly for a club of Tottenham's stature. He emphasized that changes are necessary and that the team is committed to making improvements.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that Van de Ven has been impressed by De Zerbi's impact since his arrival, stating, "The gaffer has been unbelievable, I'm not going to lie, since he stepped in." Van de Ven highlighted the positive influence De Zerbi has had on the team, particularly in terms of boosting player confidence.
De Zerbi's approach, which involves having open and reassuring conversations with players, has clearly had a profound effect on Van de Ven. The player emphasized that the manager's faith in him and his abilities has been instrumental in helping him regain his confidence and form.
Sources have confirmed to UMVA that Van de Ven's commitment to staying at Tottenham is a significant boost to the team's morale and a testament to the club's ambition to improve. With De Zerbi at the helm, Tottenham fans have reason to be optimistic about the team's prospects for the upcoming season.
