Jan Vertonghen’s Tottenham contract is very close to expiring, and this summer will see the Belgian at somewhat of a career crossroads. The now 33-year-old probably has maybe one or two last seasons left in him, despite having evidently lost a touch of pace recently.
The Sun has watched a video interview between the player and Play Sports in Belgium, where SuperJan suggested that Daniel Levy was prepared to offer him a further year on his deal, but the player ideally wants a two-year extension.
Could this see Jan head overseas? Given the slight loss of pace, a less frenetic league may well suit all concerned. Verts only cost Spurs £8million back in 2012, so great value has already been returned.
As Jan himself suggests, the most obvious leagues for a player in his condition are probably those in Spain or Italy.
Tottenham’s backline has conceded far too many goals of late, and in all likelihood, what we get, should Jan leave, is a re-jigging of existing personnel.
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