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Van Hecke joins Tottenham for £52m, vows to give his all

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 7:50 AM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Van Hecke joins Tottenham for £52m, vows to give his all

Summary

Jan Paul van Hecke has completed his transfer to Tottenham Hotspur from Brighton for around £52 million. The 26-year-old Dutch defender expressed excitement about joining the club and reuniting with former Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi. After representing the Netherlands at the World Cup this summer, Van Hecke aims to bring his strong defensive skills and passing ability to Spurs. He emphasized his commitment to playing passionately for the team, describing it as a significant opportunity in his career.

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By the Numbers

•Van Hecke reunites with manager Roberto De Zerbi at Spurs.
•The transfer fee is reported at around £52 million.
•He expressed eagerness to play at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
•Van Hecke previously played for Brighton before this summer's transfer.
•He aims to contribute both defensively and offensively.

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7:50 AMYahoo Sports — Van Hecke vows to “leave his heart on the pitch” as £52m Dutch defender reunites with De Zerbi at Spurs

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Jan Paul van Hecke has promised he will leave his 'heart out on the pitch' for Tottenham Hotspur after completing his transfer to the club.Van Hecke has signed for Spurs from Brighton for a fee in the...
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