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Tottenham Duo Hopes to Reignite Legendary Defensive Partnership

5/23/2025

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Tottenham's defensive pair, Van de Ven and Romero, formed a solid backbone last season, starting 25 matches and securing a fifth-place finish. This season, however, they've only shared the pitch in 11 league games. Van de Ven expressed optimism about their evolving partnership, drawing parallels to the legendary Alderweireld and Vertonghen, who thrived despite not winning silverware.

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Tottenham's defensive pair, Van de Ven and Romero, formed a solid backbone last season, starting 25 matches and securing a fifth-place finish. This season, however, they've only shared the pitch in 11 league games. Van de Ven expressed optimism about their evolving partnership, drawing parallels to the legendary Alderweireld and Vertonghen, who thrived despite not winning silverware.