Brighton & Hove Albion reject Tottenham Hotspur’s initial approaches for centre-back Jan Paul van Hecke as the Premier League club seeks to strengthen its defence this summer. Multiple reports say Tottenham have made an opening bid that Brighton refuse, with BBC Sport adding that Brighton expect the London club to return with an improved offer. One figure reported by BBC Sport is an initial £70m bid, which Brighton turn down. Other outlets also describe two rejected Tottenham bids for the Dutch defender, citing Brighton leadership as confirming the negotiations and stating the club’s position.
The negotiations are framed around Van Hecke’s contract situation: several sources note he has limited time left with Brighton, with one year remaining on his current terms. Sky Sports reports that Tottenham are in talks with Brighton over a potential transfer, indicating that discussions continue despite the rejection(s). The reports consistently describe Van Hecke as a Netherlands international and a player targeted by Spurs during this window.
