Tottenham Hotspur has entered into an agreement with brighton and hove albion To sign Jan Paul van Hecke this summer.
Premier League sides have yet to confirm the Netherlands international's move to the north London club. The Brighton man is now at the World Cup and played the full 90 minutes in the 2-2 draw against Japan.
Van Hecke is focusing on the national team while Tottenham have agreed terms for his transfer.
De Zerbi important in choosing Tottenham
The defender's uncle, Jan Portvliet, is happy he can now focus on the World Cup following his move to Tottenham. sports news Has released his comments.
"Wonderful, really wonderful," He said.
"It will give them an extra boost during the World Cup. It's huge motivation. They don't have to worry about it anymore; the whole focus is on the World Cup and then off to London. It's also more fun than Brighton. It's a city you love going to."
Brighton & Hove Albion signed the defender from NAC Breda in 2020 and sent him on loan to Heerenveen and Blackburn Rovers.
During his time at The Amex, he played under Roberto De Zerbi between 2022 and 2024.
Earlier this month, Sport Witness The Dutch press covered the claims. That the defender had spurned Liverpool for Spurs. The Italian has convinced Jan-Paul van Hecke to join Tottenham Hotspur.
Portvliet, who represented the Netherlands during his playing career, supports this claim.
"I think De Zerbi played the biggest role in the decision. Many clubs were interested, but De Zerbi was clear and wanted him at all costs," Portvliet explained.
"Jan Paul would have been top of the list. He knows De Zerbi's playing style very well and had a very good season under him. I think this is the best move."
What can Tottenham expect from the Dutch defender
Jan Portvliet talks about the challenges Jan Paul van Hecke overcame at Brighton & Hove Albion.
"He is a service player who does not take his success for granted and leaves it to others. So, it is good to see that he fits well into such a team and everyone thinks: he can be even better." He added.
“When he came to Brighton and saw the pace, he thought he would never make it. He had to adapt to what he knew, and he did that.
"He always adapts and makes sure he gets plaudits everywhere and he was named player of the year at Brighton. It's very impressive because he is on top of the world. I hope he gets to play many games for the Dutch national team and Spurs."
