Joe Cole is unimpressed by one aspect of Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven after what he saw him doing recently.
The Dutchman is among the first names on the team sheet for Spurs and Cole has lauded him for his footballing ability.
This season, the 24-year-old has played 27 Premier League games, contributing at the other end of the pitch as well, scoring four goals and providing one assist.
Has Micky van de Ven just tarnished his Tottenham reputation?
Red card vs Crystal Palace…
Joe Cole has questioned Micky van de Ven’s attitude
Cole believes that while the centre-back is a tremendous footballer, he does have problems with his attitude.
He was not impressed with how the Netherlands international treated Thomas Frank, as he completely seemed to ignore his instructions from the touchline.
Van de Ven even got sent off against Crystal Palace, letting his manager and teammates down.
Palace took full advantage of that and ended up with the three points, winning the game 3-1.
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Speaking on the Dressing Room Podcast, Cole said: “Micky van de Ven, when he’s sent off. Micky van de Ven, I think is a fantastic footballer right but I question his attitude.
“I question the attitude a little bit right because of his actions and that can be changed.
“I don’t like to question players’ attitudes, but when I see the behaviour, like you know, when with Thomas Frank he did that (ignored him) and there’s a few little things.
“I’m not questioning his ability, I think he’s outstanding.”
Is van de Ven not happy at Tottenham?
Van de Ven excelled at Spurs under Ange Postecoglou and the fans believed that they had one of the best young defenders in Europe.
He has been reliable both on and off the ball and his physicality has seen him excel in the ever-demanding nature of the Premier League.
However, while he has done well, the team has not, at least in domestic competitions.
While they did win the Europa League last season, they finished 17th in the Premier League and are once again in a relegation battle.
Even if Tottenham stay up, one would not be surprised if the Dutchman considers his future at the club.
His agent could be in talks with title-chasing clubs in Europe’s top five leagues, so a summer exit cannot be ruled out.