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Manchester United want Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky van de Ven
TL;DR
Manchester United are looking to sign Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky van de Ven this summer to strengthen their defense. The Netherlands international is likely to leave Spurs, even if they avoid relegation.
Key points
- Manchester United want to sign Micky van de Ven
- Van de Ven is a left-footed defender
- United's defense has struggled with injuries
- Ugarte may be sold to raise funds for the transfer
- Van de Ven likely to leave Spurs regardless of relegation
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Manchester United want Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky van de Ven
Manchester United are considering signing Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky van de Ven this summer, according to The Athletic. Man United want to strengthen at the back ahead of their return to Europe next season and after watching Matthijs de Ligt and Lisandro Martinez struggle with injuries this season. The Red Devils want a left-footed defender and have identified Van de Ven as a key target. The Netherlands international is likely to leave Spurs even if they end up surviving relegation at the end of the season.
Van de Ven will be perfect for Man United but the Old Trafford club will still need to raise funds through sales and Manuel Ugarte is being considered. The Red Devils co-owner Jim Ratcliffe is of the view the 25-year-old Uruguayan should be sold. Ugarte started in the defeat against last Monday with injured, and Ratcliffe would not have been impressed with his performances while watching from the Old Trafford directors’ box. He joined the Red Devils in a £50.5 million deal from in 2024 but has largely struggled and is set to be made available for transfer.
Q&A
Why does Manchester United want to sign Micky van de Ven?
Manchester United aims to strengthen their defense ahead of their return to Europe, especially after facing injuries to key defenders.
What is Micky van de Ven's current situation at Tottenham Hotspur?
Micky van de Ven is likely to leave Tottenham Hotspur, regardless of the team's relegation status at the end of the season.
How much did Manchester United pay for Manuel Ugarte and why is he being considered for sale?
Manchester United signed Manuel Ugarte for £50.5 million from Paris Saint-Germain in 2024, but his underwhelming performances have led to considerations for his sale.
