Micky van de Ven is an astonishing footballer. The Spurs centre-back produced a jaw-dropping assist during his side’s clash with Manchester United as the Dutch defender turned on the accelerator at Old Trafford.
Van de Ven set a new record as the fastest footballer in Premier League history last season and showcased his remarkable pace once again this weekend.
After intercepting a loose ball inside his own half, the 23-year-old charged forward into the Manchester United half. Motoring past a clutch of trailing red shirts, he powered into the penalty box before squaring for Brennan Johnson to tap home the opening goal.
A lightning fast start from Tottenham ⚡
Micky van de Ven with an unbelievable run and he makes no mistake putting it on a plate for Brennan Johnson 💥 pic.twitter.com/8KubHjAm2U
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) September 29, 2024
It’s not even the first time Van de Ven has produced such moment this season. The Netherlands international went box-to-box in another barnstorming run before setting up Son Heung-min to score against Everton in August.
Has there ever been another Premier League centre-back capable of such dashes? Will there ever be again?
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