Here’s the shocking truth behind Micky van de Ven’s so-called 'snub' of Thomas Frank—and it’s not what you think. But here’s where it gets controversial... Was it a moment of frustration or a deeper issue? Let’s dive in.
Micky van de Ven, the 22-year-old Dutch sensation, recently set the record straight about the awkward moment he and teammate Djed Spence shared with Tottenham boss Thomas Frank after a defeat to Chelsea. And this is the part most people miss... It wasn’t about the manager at all. Van de Ven clarified that their frustrated walk off the pitch had nothing to do with Frank, despite media speculation blowing it out of proportion.
The incident came just days before Van de Ven’s jaw-dropping solo goal in the Champions League—a lightning-fast dribble from his own penalty area to the opponent’s net, leaving fans in awe. This redemption moment followed a weekend where the young defender felt compelled to apologize to Frank after he and Spence refused to stay on the pitch to applaud fans, instead heading straight to the tunnel. Both players later visited Frank’s office unprompted to make amends.
In his own words, Van de Ven downplayed the drama: ‘It was just frustration after a bad performance. The media exploded it, but it was nothing big. Everyone thinks it was about the gaffer, but it wasn’t.’ Frank himself joked about the situation, quipping, ‘He can keep walking past me if he scores goals like that!’
The Dutchman admitted the team let down supporters in the Chelsea derby but praised the fans’ role in their 4-0 bounce-back win against Copenhagen. He also reflected on his pitch-long run, similar to one last season against Everton, but this time he took the shot himself, sealing his sixth goal of the season—a remarkable feat for a defender.
Here’s the bold question: Is Van de Ven secretly becoming a goal-scoring machine? With six goals already, could he aim for 20? He laughs it off, saying, ‘Six is a lot already!’ But who’s to say he can’t keep surprising us?
Van de Ven also tipped his hat to compatriot Xavi Simons, whose stellar performance against Copenhagen showcased his growing impact since joining Spurs. ‘He’s making steps,’ Van de Ven noted, acknowledging the pressure Simons faces in a new country.
So, what do you think? Was the media right to blow the ‘snub’ out of proportion, or was it a non-issue? And could Van de Ven’s goal-scoring streak redefine his role on the pitch? Let’s hear your thoughts in the comments!
