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Man Utd Advised to Target Micky van de Ven

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Adam Moha

03 May 2026 1 Min

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Man Utd advised to target Micky van de Ven as a defensive upgrade by Nicky Butt, who also doubts Luis Enrique's potential appointment as new manager.

Man Utd Advised to Target Micky van de Ven
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Man Utd advised to target Micky van de Ven as Nicky Butt reveals if he thinks Red Devils can secure Luis Enrique as new manager

Nicky Butt's Transfer Suggestion

Nicky Butt believes Manchester United should target Micky van de Ven as a defensive upgrade on Lisandro Martinez. The former midfielder also doubts whether Luis Enrique would leave Paris Saint-Germain to take charge at Old Trafford.

Van de Ven's Qualities

Butt has suggested that Man Utd should consider signing Van de Ven from Spurs as they look to strengthen a defence that has, at times, struggled in 2025-26. The former United midfielder believes the Dutch centre-back offers similar technical qualities to Martinez but with added physical attributes.

  • Micky van de Ven is a potential defensive upgrade for Man Utd
  • He offers similar technical qualities to Lisandro Martinez with added physical attributes
  • Nicky Butt doubts Luis Enrique would leave Paris Saint-Germain for Man Utd
Nicky Butt believes Manchester United should target Micky van de Ven as a defensive upgrade.

Elite Clubs' Interest

He also floated the possibility that elite clubs could move quickly for top players if circumstances forced Tottenham into selling key assets.

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