Overview

• EPL Index reports Real Madrid scouts are tracking the Dutch centre-back and discussing him internally as a higher-priority target.
• Coverage cites injuries and depth concerns in Madrid’s back line as the driver for weighing defensive reinforcements.
• Tottenham view van de Ven as a long-term cornerstone and are described as reluctant sellers short of their valuation.
• Reported guidance places the price near €80m, roughly £70m, framing any talks as a significant financial decision for Madrid.
• Liverpool have also been linked in some reports, but no formal bids or club statements have been reported.