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'Back soon' - Micky van de Ven posts cryptic injury update on Instagram after limping out of Tottenham's 2-1 cup win over Man City in potential boost to Ange Postecoglou

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<p>Van de Ven sparked concern among fans and teammates after suffering a hamstring injury in the fourth-round Carabao Cup victory over Pep Guardiola's troops. The Dutch player, who has become an essential figure in Spurs’ defence, exited the field early in the game after he seemed to pull a muscle following a sprint to intercept City’s forward Savinho.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>In response to fans’ concerns, Van de Ven shared a brief but hopeful update on Instagram, accompanied by a photo of him holding his head in frustration. The post simply read, “Back soon,” leaving supporters and analysts speculating about his recovery timeline. </p><p></p><picture><source srcset="https://assets.goal.com/images/v3/blt3bf458f905554f43/vdv.avif?format=webp" type="image/webp"><source srcset="https://assets.goal.com/images/v3/blt3bf458f905554f43/vdv.avif?format=jpg" type="image/jpeg"><img src="https://assets.goal.com/images/v3/blt3bf458f905554f43/vdv.avif?format=jpg" alt="Van de Ven" data-source="" data-copyright="@mickyvdven Instagram" data-portal-copyright="@mickyvdven Instagram" perform:prop="uuid:blt3bf458f905554f43;width:960;height:1200"></picture><p></p>

WHAT DID VAN DE VEN POST?

<p>This latest setback may feel like an unwelcome recurrence for Van de Ven, who faced a similar hamstring issue during the previous season, sidelining him for nearly two months. Hence, coach Ange Postecoglou was cautious while later confirming that the defender had felt discomfort in his hamstring and would undergo further assessments to determine the extent of the injury.</p><p>“Micky felt something in his hamstring,” Postecoglou said. “I haven't got the full update on him but he definitely felt something and we'll see how he is.”</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>With a crucial Premier League match against Aston Villa approaching, van de Ven’s unavailability poses a challenge for Tottenham. Postecoglou will need to adjust his defensive lineup accordingly, potentially leaning on Radu Dragusin to fill in the void.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR TOTTENHAM?

'Back soon' - Micky van de Ven posts cryptic injury update on Instagram after limping out of Tottenham's 2-1 cup win over Man City in potential boost to Ange Postecoglou | Goal.com

Micky van de Ven shared a cryptic injury update on Instagram after he limped out of Tottenham&apos;s Carabao Cup clash against Manchester City.

&apos;Back soon&apos; - Micky van de Ven posts cryptic injury update on Instagram after limping out of Tottenham&apos;s 2-1 cup win over Man City in potential boost to Ange Postecoglou