Tottenham have received a positive update on Micky van de Ven after the defender was sent off during the game Netherlands 2-1 League of Nations win in Serbia
Van de Ven injured his hand after Serbian striker Luka Jovic fell on him during Sunday’s game and was unable to continue.
The sight of the Spurs captain leaving the pitch posed another potential injury concern for Roberto De Zerbi ahead of the return of Premier League football.
However, Netherlands head coach Xavi played down the seriousness of the problem after the game, describing it as “not a big problem”.
Spurs travel to Old Trafford in search of their first Premier League win of the season after a difficult opening five games.
King backs Van de Ven as Tottenham captain
Former Tottenham captain Ledley King believes Van de Ven has become the right player to lead the club.
King praised the Netherlands international’s individual qualities but believes the next stage in his development will involve raising the standards of those around him.
“I think he’s a fantastic player. His new role now is to make the players around him better,” King said.
“I think Micky takes care of himself. His ability to bounce back and put out fires is something we’ve seen over the last few years. That’s an important element for the team.
“So I think the next role is managing the group and getting the best out of the group as a team.
“He has grown into the role. Having seen Micky on the pitch, he leads by example, without a doubt and I think he was the right choice to be captain.”
