In a dramatic double swoop, Tottenham Hotspur have officially confirmed the £43 million signing of Dutch defender Micky van de Ven from Wolfsburg, while simultaneously finalising Djed Spence's season-long loan move to Leeds United.
Defensive Reinforcement Arrives
The 22-year-old Van de Ven has put pen to paper on a six-year contract with the North London club, providing manager Ange Postecoglou with the left-sided centre-back he desperately sought throughout the summer transfer window. The rapid Dutchman completed his medical on Monday before the deal was officially announced.
"I feel really good," Van de Ven told Tottenham's media team. "I'm really excited. I heard it's a big club and I think it's a really nice project with the manager and the directors. We're going to do well, I think."
Spence Departs for Elland Road
In corresponding movement, Djed Spence will spend the upcoming campaign with Championship side Leeds United after his permanent switch to Ligue 1's Stade Rennais collapsed. The 23-year-old right-back becomes Daniel Farke's latest acquisition as Leeds aim for immediate Premier League return.
Spence's Tottenham future appeared uncertain following his limited opportunities last season, making just six appearances across all competitions.
Simons Saga Takes New Turn
Meanwhile, the transfer saga surrounding Dutch sensation Xavi Simons has intensified. Despite Paris Saint-Germain triggering their £5.1 million buy-back clause from PSV Eindhoven, the 20-year-old attacking midfielder now appears destined for RB Leipzig rather than the Premier League.
Simons enjoyed a spectacular campaign in the Eredivisie last season, netting 19 goals and providing eight assists, attracting attention from several top European clubs including Tottenham, Manchester United, and Arsenal.
Burnley's European Ambition
In other Premier League transfer news, Burnley are closing in on Copenhagen centre-back Denis Vavro as Vincent Kompany strengthens his squad ahead of their European campaign. The Clarets qualified for the Europa Conference League play-offs following their Championship title victory.
The Slovakian international, valued at approximately £13 million, would become Burnley's eighth summer signing as they prepare for their return to top-flight football and continental competition.
