New Spurs signing Jan Vertonghen helped Ajax end a seven-year wait for the Dutch title in 2011, and by the time they retained it a season later Vertonghen was club captain. He celebrated by dropping the trophy on his own foot.
Those league titles and one Dutch Cup remain Vertonghen’s career highlights, and he was named Eredivisie player of the year last season. He’s been an established international for Belgium for five years, and appeared in their 2008 Olympic campaign.
A left-footed centre half, a defensive midfielder, or a left back… they’re all Jan Vertonghen. That versatility is one of the reasons he’s caught the eye in recent seasons. For Belgium, he’s now settled in midfield, for Ajax he’s at the back. But wherever he plays, he’s powerful, good in the air and a regular goal scorer.
At the age of 25, Jan Vertonghen is ready for the bigger stage. He was linked with Manchester City a year ago, and with Tottenham for most of last season. Finally that deal has come off, and he’s set to become an important part of AVB’s new era. Eden Hazard may not be the only top Belgian export to hit the Premier League this season.
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