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Van de Ven named Tottenham captain under De Zerbi regime
Tottenham Hotspur have unveiled their leadership structure for the upcoming season, with Netherlands defender Micky van de Ven appointed as captain. Manager Roberto de Zerbi has also established a five-man captaincy group to guide the club.
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Van de Ven will serve as Tottenham's official captain for the 2024-25 campaign, De Zerbi announced on Friday. The Netherlands international takes on the armband as the Italian manager shapes his vision for the North London club.
The appointment of van de Ven reflects De Zerbi's confidence in the defender's leadership qualities and experience. The 23-year-old joined Spurs from PSV Eindhoven and has established himself as a key figure in the club's backline.
De Zerbi has complemented van de Ven's captaincy with a broader leadership group of five players. World Cup winner Pedro Porro features among the senior figures chosen to support the club's direction, strengthening the communication between management and squad.
The five-captain model represents De Zerbi's approach to fostering collective responsibility within the dressing room. This structure aims to provide multiple voices of experience across different areas of the pitch, enhancing team cohesion during what promises to be a demanding campaign.