Former Chelsea Star Slams Van De Ven Over Isak Injury Tackle

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News18•23-12-2025, 18:33
Former Chelsea Star Slams Van De Ven Over Isak Injury Tackle
- •Former Chelsea defender Frank Leboeuf criticized Tottenham's Micky van de Ven for a tackle that fractured Liverpool striker Alexander Isak's leg.
- •Isak is now sidelined for two months due to the injury sustained during the Reds' 2-1 win over Spurs.
- •Leboeuf stated that while he admires Van De Ven, he must be punished for the tackle, emphasizing a defender's need for control.
- •Van De Ven was not booked for the challenge, a decision contrasted with teammate Xavi Simons' red card for a tackle on Virgil Van Dijk.
- •Liverpool boss Arne Slot also commented, suggesting Van De Ven's tackle had a high probability of causing serious injury.
Why It Matters: Leboeuf demands punishment for Van De Ven's tackle, which severely injured Alexander Isak.
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