Overview
- TeamTalk-linked reports say Spurs have renewed interest in the Dutch centre-back after tracking him last summer, with recruitment led by Johan Lange and Fabio Paratici under Thomas Frank.
- No formal bid has been confirmed, but Tottenham are evaluating a proposal in the region of £40 million once the 2026 window cycle opens.
- Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler has called Van Hecke a leader and wants him to commit long term, reinforcing the club’s stance to keep or command a strong fee.
- Van Hecke has started every league match this season and scored a midweek brace against Aston Villa, form that has heightened outside interest.
- Brighton’s record of extracting high prices for departures such as Marc Cucurella and Ben White suggests negotiations could be demanding if Spurs advance.