Spurs have already rewarded Ben Davies and Pedro Porro with new contracts this summer, and another 23-year-old is now expected to be next in line for a fresh deal.
De Zerbi eager to secure Kinsky’s future
Tottenham’s signing of Martin Dubravka earlier this week all but confirmed that Antonin Kinsky is set to remain the club’s first-choice goalkeeper next season.
Reports over the past 24 hours suggest Spurs are close to finalising a new five-year contract for the Czech shot-stopper, who played a crucial role in helping the club retain their Premier League status.
De Zerbi impressed by Kinsky’s character and composure
According to The Times, Kinsky is the next Tottenham player expected to commit his long-term future to the club.
Despite being heavily criticised following his difficult 17-minute outing against Atletico Madrid before De Zerbi’s arrival, the new Spurs boss has been won over by the goalkeeper. The report says De Zerbi admires Kinsky’s strong personality and confidence in possession, believing those qualities make him the ideal candidate to establish himself as Tottenham’s No. 1.
The proposed long-term deal is seen as a clear vote of confidence in the former Slavia Prague goalkeeper, even after the experienced Dubravka joined the squad.
Van de Ven also set for fresh terms
The report adds that Micky van de Ven is another player Tottenham want to reward with a new contract, despite his current deal running until 2029.
There is growing optimism within the club that the Dutch defender will agree to fresh terms, although Spurs are not rushing negotiations.
Last week, Fabrizio Romano reported that Tottenham view Van de Ven as a cornerstone of De Zerbi’s long-term project and have no intention of allowing him to leave.
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