Tottenham complete £52m Van Hecke signing as De Zerbi focuses on defence
Tottenham has signed defender Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton for £52 million, boosting their backline as the summer transfer window progresses. The 26-year-old, previously managed by Spurs' coach Roberto De Zerbi, expressed excitement about joining the club. Tottenham aims to strengthen its defense after a disappointing previous season, conceding 122 goals in two campaigns.
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Published 18 Jun 2026, 21:09 UTC · Updated 18 Jun 2026, 21:20 UTC
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