Tottenham’s new £52 million signing from Brighton, Jan Paul van Hecke, says he’s ready for a new challenge after uniting with former manager Roberto De Zerbi at Spurs.
The 26-year-old, who had a year left on his contract with the Seagulls, signed a “long-term” deal with Spurs.
The transfer also contains a sell-on fee for Brighton should the defender be sold in the future.
van Hecke, who is currently on international duty with the Dutch national team at the World Cup, spoke out for the first time since joining Tottenham from Brighton.
“A lot of calls, and of course, I’ve not been involved the whole time in this subject. It’s important for me, and the head coach [Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman] gave me the time on this transfer. I’m grateful for this because this is a great step forward in my professional career,” Van Hecke said. Related News Three years on: How has the 10th House fared on its legislative promises Renaissance, NDDC, others, seek to reshape future of oil region with tech revolution Oshiomhole, Senate and Natasha's Suspension
