Van de Ven (TOT, Defender, £4.5m)

Verdict: BUY

The Reasoning

Recent Performance: Six points in gameweek 2, following a solid six-pointer in gameweek 1. He's nailed down a starting spot and delivering consistent returns, a great start to the season.
Upcoming Fixtures: Next up are BOU (H), WHU (A), and BHA (A). A mixed bag, but Spurs' defence should be competitive in all three, offering decent clean sheet potential.
Underlying Stats: Van de Ven's ICT index is healthy, showing a solid all-around contribution. His influence and threat stats are particularly encouraging for a defender, suggesting he's involved in the action.
Long-Term View: Last season was a bit inconsistent, but he's clearly improved. Early season form is promising, and he looks like a key part of the Spurs defence.

Risks

Rotation is always a risk with Spurs, but he's started strongly and looks like a key player for Conte. Keep an eye on team news, but for now, the risk seems minimal.

Alternative Options

Estupinan (BHA): A similarly priced attacking full-back with high attacking potential. Botman (NEW): A solid defensive option from a strong Newcastle backline.

The Strategic Play

Van de Ven is a strong buy at his price. He's delivering points, his underlying stats are good, and the upcoming fixtures aren't overly daunting. He's a great long-term hold for the next 3-4 gameweeks, and potentially beyond.

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