We take a look at how much Micky van de Ven earns compared to Tottenham’s highest-paid players, amidst suggestions that a new contract may be on the horizon for the centre-back.
The speculation over the Dutchman’s future continues to persist, which is not surprising considering that he is quickly emerging as one of the best defenders in the world.
Over recent days, it has been suggested that Real Madrid have been joined by Liverpool and Bayern Munich in the race for Van de Ven.
However, we have also been hearing reports that the Netherlands international is set to be offered a new long-term deal by Spurs, who hope to ward off interest in the 24-year-old.
What is Van de Ven’s current salary at Tottenham?
One can understand why Spurs are keen to offer an improved deal to the former Wolfsburg man, as he is nowhere near the club’s highest earners.
According to Sportac, Van de Ven earns a salary of just £90,000 per week at Tottenham, which is less than half of that of his centre-back partner, Cristian Romero.
In fact, his salary is lower than some of the fringe players at other top Premier League sides, with even the likes of Aston Villa’s Victor Lindelof and Man United’s Joshua Zirkze earning more than the Spurs defender.
Thomas Frank has made an encouraging statement about Van de Ven’s future
Van de Ven has been named in the new Tottenham leadership group, which is a recognition of his growing importance to the side.
In fact, on Monday, Frank insisted that the centre-back is happy at Spurs and is enjoying his football at the club.
According to some sources, Tottenham CEO Vinai Venkatesham is now focused on tying Van de Ven down to a new contract following extensions to Romero, Djed Spence and Rodrigo Bentancur.