Micky van de Ven first words as Tottenham gift Ange Postecoglou dream £43m transfer

Micky van de Ven is expected to play a starring role for Tottenham under Ange Postecoglou this season after impressing last term in Germany

football.london understands that the Lilywhites have signed Van de Ven in a deal worth £43million, including add-ons. The Netherlands Under-21 international has penned a six-year contract at Tottenham after completing his medical in north London on Monday.

In an interview with SPURSPLAY upon his unveiling, Van de Ven revealed his delight at joining Spurs. The Dutchman said: "I know Spurs is a beautiful club, an amazing club, a top club in the Premier League. Those are the things I know.

"Every time I see a player sign for Spurs, I think, ‘wow, it would be amazing to sign for an amazing club like that’. I’m so excited to be part of the future of Spurs.

"I was at the game, and I saw the way of playing from the new manager, from Ange, and I really love it, offensive football, exactly what I want. It looked amazing at the game yesterday, every time we had the ball, every player. There is so much quality in the team."

Van de Ven featured 33 times for Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga last season, helping Niko Kovac's side keep eleven clean sheets. During his time in Germany, the youngster proved why he is regarded as one of the most exciting young and versatile defenders in Europe.

"I’m a centre-back, a tall guy, I think I have some speed, so I can play in a high line, offensive football, between the lines," he said. "I think I’m quite calm on the ball and hopefully I can help the team.

"Every player will be top, so I have to be ready for this stage, and I’m really proud I can play on this stage. To play every time against a top club, and playing for a top club, for me, it’s an incredible feeling to