Van de Ven made his long-awaited return to action last Thursday, playing 45 minutes in Tottenham’s Europa League clash against Elfsborg. It was his first appearance since suffering a hamstring injury against Chelsea on December 8, a setback that sidelined him for seven weeks.

Tottenham dealt major blow as Ange Postecoglou confirms Micky van de Ven ruled out of Liverpool clash - Spurs centre-back has not suffered a fresh injury but ‘doesn’t feel ready’ for trip to Anfield

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou insists he is unaffected by “running commentary” on his future and still believes his team can have a “special” season.