Tottenham Hotspur remain only one point clear of the Premier League relegation zone following an awful 3-1 defeat at home to Crystal Palace on Thursday evening. West Ham United and Nottingham Forest's positive results on Wednesday ramped up the pressure on Spurs to beat the Eagles in what was seen as one of their more winnable fixtures during the run-in, but another horrendous performance has left them teetering above the drop zone and there is already uncertainly over the future of head coach Igor Tudor after three games in charge.

Micky van de Ven has been accused of "shrinking" just when Tottenham Hotspur need him most, with warnings that his lack of leadership could scupper a dream move to a European heavyweight. The Dutchman, who has been linked with Real Madrid and Liverpool, has seen his performances come under intense scrutiny as Spurs continue their dismal slide down the Premier League table.

Tottenham’s Micky van de Ven has been told that a move to one of Europe’s true heavyweights is the "right step" for his career as Spurs continue to falter under Thomas Frank. Former Dutch star Eljero Elia has backed the lightning-fast defender for a high-profile transfer this summer, with Liverpool and Real Madrid both recently linked with the centre-back’s signature.

Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank has issued a hands off warning to Liverpool when it comes to Dutch defender Micky van de Ven. The Netherlands international is said to have emerged as a potential summer transfer target for the reigning Premier League champions. Spurs, though, are reluctant to consider a sale and Frank wants to see contract extension talks opened in north London.

Liverpool have reportedly identified Micky van de Ven as a potential target in their search to bring in a new centre-back. The Reds remain shorthanded in defence and though they may not enter the January market for immediate reinforcements, they are said to be keen on the Tottenham star in the long term following an impressive two-and-a-half years in the Premier League so far.