Van de Ven's rise from Dutch second tier to Spurs star was remarkable

Micky van de Ven's remarkable rise from Dutch second tier to Spurs star. Van de Ven often draws upon an old saying of his father's to help clear his mind and settle the nerves. The Tottenham Hotspur ace has been in the top flight for five years.

Micky van de Ven is eyeing a top-four finish for Tottenham Hotspur. The Dutch defender was nearly released by Dutch second-tier side FC Volendam. Van de Ven says he 'won't support West Ham' as rivals West Ham send warning. The defender is eyeing his first Premier League trophy with Tottenham.

Micky van de Ven: ‘I know it’s going to be chaos. But do your job’ The defender has become one of Tottenham’ most indispensable players this season. Van de Ven inspired by pep talks from his detective father, he says.

Micky van de Ven picked up what looked to be a hamstring injury in Tottenham's 4-0 win over Aston Villa on Sunday. The Netherlands international picked up the injury in Spurs' 4-1 thrashing of Aston Villa at White Hart Lane. Van de Ven is expected to be out of action for the rest of the season.