Tottenham has two bids rejected for Jan Paul van Hecke
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 6:50 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Tottenham Hotspur's attempts to secure Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton have hit a roadblock, with Brighton CEO Paul Barber confirming that two bids have been rejected. Spurs view the Dutch centre back as a significant target, yet Brighton is holding firm on their valuation of around £50 million. As Van Hecke enters the final year of his contract, other clubs, including Liverpool and Newcastle, are also interested. This situation reflects Brighton's strong recruitment strategy and Spurs' need to strengthen their defense after a challenging season, which raised questions about their current players' reliability.
- •Tottenham aims to sign Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton.
- •Brighton values Van Hecke at approximately £50 million.
- •Spurs have had two bids for him rejected recently.
- •Liverpool and Newcastle are also pursuing Van Hecke.
- •This comes as Spurs bolster their squad following a difficult recent campaign.
- 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Brighton and Tottenham talks continue over Van Hecke
- 6:50 AMYahoo Sports — Spurs see bid rejected for Premier League star
"Brighton and Tottenham Hotspur remain in talks over the transfer of Dutch defender Jan Paul van Hecke.Brighton have turned down two unspecified bids from the North Londoners for Van Hecke, as Roberto ...
"Tottenham Transfer Latest: Brighton Stand Firm on Jan Paul van HeckeSpurs Told Van Hecke Deal Must Suit BrightonTottenham’s pursuit of Jan Paul van Hecke has already reached the stage where ambition...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 10:15 AMBrighton and Tottenham talks continue over Van Hecke
Brighton and Tottenham Hotspur remain in talks over the transfer of Dutch defender Jan Paul van Hecke.Brighton have turned down two unspecified bids from the North Londoners for Van Hecke, as Roberto ...
- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 6:50 AMSpurs see bid rejected for Premier League star
Tottenham Transfer Latest: Brighton Stand Firm on Jan Paul van HeckeSpurs Told Van Hecke Deal Must Suit BrightonTottenham’s pursuit of Jan Paul van Hecke has already reached the stage where ambition...
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