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Micky van de Ven is hoping to make history at Tottenham under Roberto De Zerbi’s guidance. Tottenham did well to keep hold of Micky van de Ven by extending his contract earlier this week. The Dutchman recently signed a new five-year deal with the Lilywhites, becoming one of the highest-paid players at the club. It came as welcome news for everyone associated with the North London club, given how important the prolific defender has been for the side ever since he walked through the doors at Hotspur Way. Spurs are kickstarting a new era at N17 under Roberto De Zerbi after finishing last season just a place above the relegation zone. They are keen to ensure that the club finishes in European places and goes a long way in one of the cup competitions. As a result, the Lilywhites have managed to back the Italian tactician in the transfer market by signing some top-quality players. They have shown immense intent in their approach, which the key players at the club have noticed. Just like signing new players, keeping hold of existing key players goes a long way towards ensuring long-term success. And Spurs have done well in that regard, as they have managed to tie down Pedro Porro and Micky van de Ven to long-term deals. Every club needs ambitious players who can set the standard for others in order to achieve success on a regular basis. And both these players have immense ambition to do well at N17 in the coming years. Roberto De Zerbi and Micky van de Ven share the same vision at Tottenham The timely arrival of Roberto De Zerbi at N17 has helped Tottenham become a serious entity once again. The Italian tactician has brought back belief and has managed to get the best out of his players instantly. Not only that, but it is because of dthe 47-year-old’s long-term vision that the Lilywhites have managed to extend Micky van de Ven’s contract earlier this week. The prolific defender thanked De Zerbi for convincing him to stay put at Hotspur Way amid heavy transfer links this summer. Ben Jacobs has now revealed how Roberto De Zerbi was crucial in ensuring Micky van de Ven did not leave the club this summer. Speaking on theLast Word on Spurs YouTube channel, Jacobs revealed, “Van de Ven staying was all about one man, Roberto De Zerbi. Micky van de Ven would have naturally assessed his options if Tottenham had got relegated. But as soon as they stayed up, he was sold on the project and sold on De Zerbi. Despite links with Liverpool, there was never anything there. It was always a new 5-year deal for Van de Ven because as long as Spurs stayed up, De Zerbi was able to persuade him that he’s a pivotal part of the project.” Roberto de Zerbi came to Hotspur Way with clear ideas and a long-term goal of ensuring Spurs competed at the top end of the Premier League table once they survived relegation. And as per Jacobs, this is exactly why Micky van de Ven was convinced he had to stay put at N17 and help kickstart a new era at the club. The Dutchman was sold on De Zerbi after the Lilywhites escaped relegation. Not only that, but the Spurs boss also promised Van de Ven that he would play a key role in helping the North London club reach the top once again. There are no doubts that Micky van de Ven is currently one of the best centre-backs in European football. His exceptional recovery pace, ball-carrying ability, and the impact he makes at both ends of the pitch make him a crucial asset. He would perfectly fit Roberto de Zerbi’s playing style, as the Italian tactician likes his team to press high and play on the front foot. The onus now falls on Van de Ven to ensure he forms a solid partnership with Jan Paul van Hecke at the back, just like he did with Cristian Romero in recent years.