Nonsense to say Spurs players don't care - Van de Ven

"It's the biggest nonsense. Trust me - those involved on the pitch, the staff and the players - they care so much about the situation we are in right now. We just want to turn things around and that's the main focus for everyone. If reports say guys don't care anymore it's just frustrating for our guys."

"The other day when we read something about one guy that said to everyone that he's probably going to leave and doesn't care about the situation they're in, people are just making things up. The only thing I can say about it is it's not true."

"Suggestions that players are not bothered brings so much more trouble because supporters are starting to believe them. Reports claiming players lack commitment create additional problems by influencing fan perception of the squad's dedication during this challenging period."

Tottenham sits one point above the Premier League relegation zone with eight matches remaining after a difficult campaign marked by six consecutive losses. Questions have emerged about whether players are focused on their futures rather than the club's current struggles. Defender Micky van de Ven passionately rejected these suggestions, calling them "the biggest nonsense" and emphasizing that players, staff, and coaching personnel are fully committed to turning things around. He expressed frustration that such reports create additional problems by influencing supporters' perceptions. Van de Ven denied specific claims about players considering departures, stating people are fabricating narratives. Tottenham faces Atletico Madrid in a Champions League last-16 second leg while managing injury concerns with Joao Palhinha unavailable due to concussion.

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