Tottenham Hotspur fans have been waiting for some good news in what has been a challenging period for the club.
With the team struggling in recent weeks, supporters have been eager for updates on key players returning to full fitness.
While Tottenham's recent transfer efforts, including their pursuit of a Chelsea defender on loan, haven't been successful, there's still something to smile about.
The latest positive news comes from the club's official social media channels, where Tottenham confirmed the return of Micky van de Ven to training.
The Dutch centre-back, who has been sidelined for over a month due to a hamstring injury, is now back on the training pitch, much to the relief of fans and the coaching staff.
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Micky van de Ven returns to training with Tottenham
Van de Ven's last appearance for Tottenham came in early December during their 4-3 defeat to Chelsea.
Since then, his absence has been felt, particularly as the team has struggled to maintain defensive consistency.
However, things are looking up, as the club posted a video showing the 22-year-old participating in training with the first team.
The video was shared with the caption, "Micky is back in training," giving fans a bit of hope that the defender’s recovery is on track.
Micky is back in training 💪 pic.twitter.com/VkyT8d9J8C
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) January 28, 2025
While it’s unlikely that van de Ven will be rushed back into action for Tottenham’s upcoming Europa League clash with Elfsborg, this marks an important step in his recovery.
The club will likely ease him back into the squad to avoid any risk of re-injury. Tottenham's manager, Ange Postecoglou, will be eager to integrate him back into the team, particularly with the Carabao Cup semi-final against Liverpool fast approaching.
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Micky van de Ven's return boosts Spurs' spirits
Tottenham fans could really do with this kind of update at the moment. With the season not going as hoped and results hard to come by, hearing that Micky van de Ven is back in training will offer a much-needed lift.
It’s not just the fans who will feel the benefit, Ange Postecoglou and the team will also be relieved to have one of their key players on the road to recovery.
Tottenham’s defensive struggles have been clear, and van de Ven’s return could help shore things up.
This news gives everyone a bit of hope, and with a difficult season ahead, the timing couldn’t be better for both the squad and the supporters.