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Fit to start Saturday Van Hecke (foot) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Manchester United.

Impact Van Hecke starts in central defence after the foot injury that forced him out of the Netherlands squad during the international break. The problem was not considered serious, and he was declared available on the eve of the game to line up alongside Marco Senesi.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Man United Van Hecke (foot) is available for Saturday's Premier League clash against Manchester United after recovering from the injury that disrupted his international duty with the Netherla...

Impact Van Hecke has been cleared to face Manchester United after recovering from the foot issue that previously raised concerns over his availability. The center-back featured in three matches during the international break, although manager Roberto De Zerbi acknowledged that the recent birth of his twins could influence his involvement Saturday. Van Hecke has started all five of Tottenham's Premier League matches this season, recording 10 tackles, three interceptions and 24 clearances. He remains a strong candidate to partner Micky van de Ven in central defense, with Tosin Adarabioyo and Marcos Senesi available as alternatives if De Zerbi decides to rotate.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Training ahead of Man United clash van Hecke (foot) has been training with Tottenham this week after returning early from international duty for treatment, according to SunSport.

Impact van Hecke's return to training strengthens his chances of being available for Saturday's trip to Manchester United after missing the Netherlands' final two Nations League matches. The center-back has yet to be ruled out and will continue to be monitored ahead of the match. He has played every minute of Tottenham's first five Premier League matches this season, recording 10 tackles, three interceptions and 24 clearances while forming manager Roberto De Zerbi's preferred center-back partnership with Micky van de Ven. Tosin Adarabioyo and Marcos Senesi remain the likely alternatives if van Hecke isn't cleared to start.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Could return against Man United van Hecke (foot) could return for Saturday's clash against Manchester United, with his injury not considered serious, according to Netherlands coach Xavi Hernandez, per VI.nl.

Impact van Hecke appears to have avoided a lengthy absence after returning to Tottenham early with the foot injury. The center-back has played every minute of the club's five Premier League matches this season, recording 10 tackles, three interceptions and 24 clearances. He could be available for Saturday's trip to Manchester United if he progresses well during the week, while Tosin Adarabioyo and Marcos Senesi would be the likely alternatives in central defense if he's unable to return.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Withdraws with foot injury van Hecke (foot) has withdrawn from the Netherlands squad and returned to Tottenham for treatment after being unable to complete Wednesday's training session, according to The Athl...

Impact van Hecke played the full 90 minutes in both of the Netherlands' matches against Germany and Serbia before the foot injury forced him to withdraw from the squad. The center-back has also been ever-present since joining Tottenham, completing all five Premier League matches while recording 10 tackles, three interceptions and 24 clearances. His availability for the Oct. 10 trip to Manchester United is now uncertain, with Tosin Adarabioyo and Marcos Senesi in line for increased roles in central defense if van Hecke is unavailable.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Exits Netherlands training Van Hecke was forced to leave Wednesday's Netherlands training session after just seven minutes due to an undisclosed injury, according to NOS.

Impact Van Hecke's injury comes after the center-back played the full 90 minutes in each of the Netherlands' previous two matches during the international break. He has also been an undisputed starter at club level, recording 10 tackles, three interceptions and 24 clearances across five Premier League appearances. His status will now need to be monitored ahead of Tottenham's return to Premier League action against Manchester United, with Marcos Senesi a potential replacement in central defense if Van Hecke is unavailable.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 19 • Associated Press

Scores on final play van Hecke scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus Aston Villa. In addition, he was give...

Impact van Hecke scored a header in the 98th minute Saturday, a goal assisted by Andy Robertson's cross off a free kick. It cut the deficit to 3-2, but the final whistle was blown right after the goal. He also recorded three crosses on the attack. While van Hecke recorded good stats on the defensive end, he and his fellow defenders conceded three goals for the second time this season.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Saturday van Hecke generated two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact van Hecke kept his first clean sheet of the season Saturday, helping keep Nottingham Forest to just one shot on target. He contributed two clearances, one blocked shot and one tackle on the defensive end. He also attempted two shots and created one chance on the attack, proving to be an asset in the box on set pieces.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Debuts in preseason action Van Hecke returned to Tottenham following his World Cup campaign and made his unofficial debut in a friendly against Chelsea, playing the first half, the club posted.

Impact Van Hecke arrives at Tottenham following a solid season with Brighton, which ended with an eighth-place Premier League finish and Conference League qualification, and a strong individual World Cup campaign in which he started all four matches and scored his first senior international goal, delivering consistent defensive performances throughout the tournament before his run ended in a penalty shootout defeat to Morocco in the Round of 32. Since returning to training he has been managed carefully but made his first unofficial start Saturday against Chelsea. With Tottenham having struggled defensively last season, Van Hecke looks set to become a key starter at the heart of the backline under his former coach Roberto De Zerbi once he reaches full match sharpness.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

It's been a rough FIFA World Cup for Netherlands centerback Jan Paul van Hecke 🤕

JUNE 30 • FOX SPORTS

Jan Paul van Hecke started bleeding from the head after this play

JUNE 30 • FOX SPORTS

Morocco's Saibari and the Netherlands' Van Hecke going at it early in this Round of 32 match

JUNE 30 • FOX SPORTS

Physical display against Morocco Van Hecke recorded one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 (4-3) penalty shootout loss against Morocco.

Impact Van Hecke left it all out on the line for the Dutch this tournament, as the defender received a black eye earlier in the group stage before walking away with a bleeding head on Monday. This would follow suit with his efforts in the defense, as he would record two interceptions, two clearances and four tackles as he did his best to subdue Morocco. The defender walks away from the 2026 World Cup with his first international goal with the Dutch while starting in all four games, registering four interceptions, nine tackles and 19 clearances in the defense.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Netherlands restores its two-goal lead off the corner 🇳🇱

JUNE 26 • FOX SPORTS

Scores in Tunisia game Van Hecke scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), six clearances and two tackles (one won) in Thursday's 3-1 victory against Tunisia.

Impact Van Hecke bagged the final goal of the game with a header on a corner that was heavily deflected by an opponent just in front of the line, but not enough to turn it into a own goal. He was on point in the back, but the Netherlands conceded again. He has tallied at least five clearances, amassing 17, and one tackle, totaling five (two won) in the first three tilts, adding two blocks and two interceptions during that stretch.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Paul van Hecke responds off the corner 🇳🇱

JUNE 26 • FOX SPORTS

Six clearances against Sweden van Hecke had one tackle (zero won) and six clearances in Saturday's 5-1 victory against Sweden.

Impact van Hecke delivered a solid and dependable display in Saturday's 5-1 win over Sweden, registering six clearances across 90 minutes as the right centre-back in a back four that was regularly tested by Sweden's directness but ultimately controlled the match with authority alongside Virgil van Dijk. The centre-back won one tackle and completed 71 passes, the second-highest among outfield players, demonstrating the composure and ball-playing ability that has made him a reliable partner alongside van Dijk across both group games. Heading into the knockout stage, van Hecke has established himself as a dependable and technically assured starter in this Dutch squad, and his ability to play out from the back and contribute to coach Ronald Koeman's possession-based build-up will be an important structural asset in the rounds ahead.

JUNE 21 • ROTOWIRE

Tottenham signs Netherlands center back Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton

Tottenham has confirmed the signing of Netherlands international Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton for a reported fee of 52 million pounds

JUNE 18 • Associated Press

Completes Spurs move Van Hecke has completed a permanent transfer from Brighton to Tottenham on Thursday.

Impact Terms of the deal were not reported, but van Hecke will strengthen a defensive line that could experience significant changes in the coming weeks. Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven have been linked with moves away from the club, and the Spurs have reacted by signing both van Hecke and Marcos Senesi. Van Hecke is representing the Netherlands at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and should be a regular starter for the Spurs in the 2026/27 campaign. He recorded 189 clearances, 53 tackles and 47 interceptions across 36 appearances in the 2025/26 EPL campaign with the Seagulls.

JUNE 18 • ROTOWIRE

Reliable at heart of defense van Hecke had one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Japan.

Impact van Hecke started alongside Virgil van Dijk in the Netherlands' central defensive pairing in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Japan, registering one shot on target from a second-half corner as his side pushed to extend the lead, while contributing one interception and multiple aerial duel wins across 90 minutes against a Japan side that relied heavily on counter-attacks and set-pieces. The Brighton centre-back was composed in his positioning and provided a reliable defensive partnership alongside Van Dijk for the majority of the match, but was unable to prevent the chaos on Daichi Kamada's 89th-minute header that left the entire Dutch backline frozen. His composure on the ball and ability to read dangerous transitions make him a reliable starter for the Netherlands, and improving collective set-piece defending will be the key area to address before the next Group F fixture.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Tottenham rejected again! Brighton turned down second bid for defender Jan Paul van Hecke as CEO issues warning to Premier League rivals

Tottenham have suffered a significant blow in their summer transfer plans after Brighton rejected a second formal offer for Jan Paul van Hec...

JUNE 7 • goal

Tottenham rejected again! Brighton turned down second bid for defender Jan Paul van Hecke as CEO issues warning to Premier League rivals

Assists late equalizer Saturday van Hecke assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact van Hecke assisted Georginio Rutter's equalizer in the 95th minute Sunday, a massive moment which turned a Brighton loss into a draw. It marked his sixth goal contribution of the season and his first since Jan. 19. He was very active on the defensive end too, recording eight clearances, three interceptions, two blocked shot and one tackle in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Strong defensive display van Hecke registered one cross (zero accurate) and six clearances in Saturday's 2-0 win against Brentford.

Impact Van Hecke delivered an excellent defensive performance to help his side keep a clean sheet in Saturday's win over Brentford, recording six clearances and a season-high four interceptions. The defender remains an undisputed starter in the back line, having started 26 of his 27 appearances across all competitions this season. He has totaled 33 tackles and 29 interceptions, while also adding three goals and two assists, rare offensive production for a central defender.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Substitution planned van Hecke was substituted in the 61st minute of Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Aston Villa as part of a planned precaution, coach Fabian Hurzeler told the media, according to Sussex Expre...

Impact van Hecke sat out the clash with Crystal Palace nursing a hamstring issue, but he was back in the mix Wednesday against Aston Villa. The plan was always to cap him at around 60 minutes, with the staff taking a cautious approach to protect one of the Seagulls' defensive anchors and avoid any long-term setback. He's good to go moving forward, but he's still not at full match fitness, so a complete 90-minute shift might be a stretch for now. If he needs to be managed or starts from the bench in the coming fixtures, expect Olivier Boscagli to slot into the backline and fill the void.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

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It's been a rough FIFA World Cup for Netherlands centerback Jan Paul van Hecke 🤕

Jan Paul van Hecke started bleeding from the head after this play

Morocco's Saibari and the Netherlands' Van Hecke going at it early in this Round of 32 match

Netherlands restores its two-goal lead off the corner 🇳🇱

Jan Paul van Hecke responds off the corner 🇳🇱

Tottenham signs Netherlands center back Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton

Tottenham rejected again! Brighton turned down second bid for defender Jan Paul van Hecke as CEO issues warning to Premier League rivals