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(Credit: Imago) Mon 23 February 2026 9:30, UK Tottenham fans have pounced on Micky van de Ven after they saw their team beaten 4-1 at home by Arsenal on Sunday afternoon. Read More: Sources: Tottenham work on signing defenders to replace Cristian Romero and Micky van de VenTottenham fans issue clear Micky van de Ven warning to LiverpoolFootball Insider revealed on Monday that Spurs are lining up potential replacements for Van de Ven and Cristian Romero, in the event that they lose their starting centre-back pairing this summer.
MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Liverpool have been heavily linked with a move for Van de Ven in recent months, as they look to rebuild their backline amid Ibrahima Konate’s imminent exit on a free transfer. Van de Ven has been slammed by the Spurs fans.
(Credit Imago)The Lilywhites faithful have torn into the 24-year-old on X, with some issuing Liverpool with a warning about his attitude, and others suggesting that they have seen enough of him in their colours. nope, liverpool would stay well clear if they were smart, having someone with his kinda attitude is disgusting— Scott | #81 #4 | (@ScottTHFC23) February 22, 2026 View Tweet One fan wrote that it was “disgusting” to see a player with his attitude, while adding that Liverpool should “stay well clear of him if they are smart.”I think he thinks he's too good first Spurs. Even more wild when we give him the armband.”@THFC_EG: “His attitude stunk today.”Read More: Declan Rice reacts as Gabriel takes cheeky swipe at Tottenham after Arsenal derby winHow much will Liverpool have to pay to sign Van de Ven?Football Insider revealed in January that Van de Ven could push for a move away from Tottenham if they continue to struggle in the second half of the season, and that scenario now looks likely to play out.Liverpool have shown a strong interest in the former Wolfsburg man for several months, as they continue to try and find a long-term replacement for Virgil van Dijk.
