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Jan Paul van Hecke

Born: June 8, 2000

Height: 5' 8.5" (175cm)

Hometown: Netherlands

Nationality:

Dutch

Position: Defender

Career History
Senior	2020-	Brighton & Hove Albion
	→ 2020-2021	Heerenveen (loan)
	→ 2021-2022	Blackburn Rovers (loan)

Sports Mole has 215 articles about Jan Paul van Hecke. Articles 1 to 40:

Tottenham Hotspur's Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero on April 10, 2025

Tottenham transfer news: Arsenal, Chelsea plot 'shock move' for £42m Spurs defender

Arsenal and Chelsea reportedly interested alongside Inter Milan to sign Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero.

20:04

Luka Vuskovic: Brighton’s club-record transfer fee, contract length confirmed after Tottenham exit

Brighton & Hove Albion announce the club-record signing of teenage defender Luka Vuskovic from Tottenham Hotspur.

Jul 14, 11:24

How Tottenham could line up under Roberto De Zerbi after mega £237m spending spree

Ahead of the 2026-27 season, Sports Mole takes a closer look at how Spurs could line up with some of their latest signings from the summer transfer window.

Jul 2, 22:00

Netherlands defender Virgil van Dijk in action in September 2024.

Netherlands vs. Morocco: Why the Virgil van Dijk-led Dutch defence could be their World Cup undoing

Sports Mole explains why Netherlands defence could hold them back against Morocco despite Oranje's impressive World Cup campaign.

Jun 28, 17:32

Virgil van Dijk of the Netherlands, on June 14, 2026

Netherlands vs. Morocco: 'They have weaknesses we must exploit' — Virgil van Dijk sets the tone for Morocco last-32 clash

Virgil van Dijk has promised to exploit Morocco's weaknesses as the Netherlands confirmed a last-32 World Cup showdown in Monterrey on June 30.

Jun 26, 12:01

Jan Paul van Hecke and the Oranje with another solid performance

Player Ratings: Netherlands 3-1 Tunisia player ratings: Van Hecke shines with 8.5 as clinical Oranje wrap up Group F in style

Van Hecke earns 8.5 with a goal and 120-plus passes as Netherlands beat Tunisia 3-1 to win Group F, with Brobbey also outstanding. Full player ratings from the Oranje's final group game.

Jun 26, 02:40

Jan Paul van Hecke scores last Oranje's goal against Tunisia, on June 26, 2026

Netherlands 3-1 Tunisia: ten goals, three convincing games — why Oranje deserve to be taken seriously at World Cup 2026

Netherlands finish Group F with 10 goals and three convincing wins, beating Tunisia 3-1 as Koeman's side emerge as one of the tournament's most dangerous knockout threats.

Jun 26, 02:16

Tottenham Hotspur's Pedro Porro, Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven and Richarlison celebrate on December 9, 2025

Tottenham 'planning' contract talks with defender amid Liverpool transfer link

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly planning to hold contract talks with Micky van de Ven, who is linked with a move to Liverpool.

Jun 21, 17:24

Roberto De Zerbi of Tottenham Hotspur, on May 3, 2026

Tottenham transfer news: Spurs 'expected' to submit fresh bid for Man City-linked midfielder

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly expected to submit a second bid for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali, who is also wanted by Manchester City.

Jun 21, 16:34

Tottenham Hotspur's Luka Vuskovic on August 16, 2025

Tottenham transfer news: What Luka Vuskovic is 'prepared' to do after Brighton submit £45m bid

Tottenham Hotspur defender Luka Vuskovic is reportedly ready to submit a transfer request to force an exit after Brighton & Hove Albion Hove Albion submit their latest offer.

Jun 20, 13:22

Tottenham transfer news: Roberto De Zerbi faces £45m exit call as 'official' offer arrives from Premier League club

Tottenham Hotspur reportedly receive a £45m offer for one of their star players, with Roberto De Zerbi facing a crucial decision ahead of the new campaign.

Jun 20, 00:45

Micky van de Ven of Tottenham Hotspur on September 16, 2025

Liverpool transfer news: Micky van de Ven stance 'revealed' after Spurs sign another defender

Liverpool reportedly determine a stance over a potential approach for Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky van de Ven this summer.

Jun 19, 09:32

Jan Paul van Hecke/Roberto De Zerbi composite

Jan Paul van Hecke sell-on clause explained as Tottenham confirm £52m Brighton signing

Tottenham Hotspur confirm the £52m signing of Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton & Hove Albion, whose sell-on clause is explained.

Jun 18, 21:48

Jan Paul van Hecke of Brighton & Hove Albion, on January 19, 2026

Tottenham transfer news: How Spurs could line up with Jan Paul van Hecke as £52m deal 'agreed' with Brighton for defender

Tottenham Hotspur reach an agreement with Brighton & Hove Albion for Jan Paul van Hecke, and here, Sports Mole looks at how they might line up with the defender.

Jun 16, 19:55

Luka Vuskovic transfer latest: ‘Very likely’ Brighton decision revealed after Tottenham reject opening bid

Brighton & Hove Albion reportedly make a decision over whether to continue their pursuit of Tottenham Hotspur defender Luka Vuskovic after failing with an opening offer.

Jun 15, 13:07

Brighton & Hove Albion's Jan Paul van Hecke on August 24, 2025

Jan Paul van Hecke breaks silence on transfer reports amid Tottenham interest

Brighton & Hove Albion defender Jan Paul van Hecke reportedly wants to focus on World Cup amid interest from Tottenham Hotspur.

Jun 13, 17:53

Tottenham transfer news: ‘£30m bid received’ from Premier League rival for up-and-coming defender

Tottenham Hotspur reportedly receive a £30m bid from a Premier League rival for a highly-rated defender.

Jun 12, 12:55

Tottenham transfer news: £70m defender wants Spurs move despite Liverpool contact

Tottenham Hotspur reportedly receive boost in the race to sign Jan Paul van Hecke, who wants to join Spurs despite interest from Liverpool.

Jun 9, 16:36

Roberto De Zerbi of Tottenham Hotspur, on May 24, 2026

Tottenham transfer news: Four signings lined up as Spurs look to put nightmare season behind them

After securing their Premier League survival last season, Tottenham are planning a major squad overhaul under manager Roberto De Zerbi.

Jun 9, 10:30

Jan Paul van Hecke of Brighton & Hove Albion, on August 31, 2025

Tottenham transfer news: Jan Paul van Hecke update as 'hefty' offers sent to Brighton for ideal Roberto De Zerbi defender

A journalist claims to have a fresh update about Jan Paul van Hecke's proposed move to Tottenham Hotspur from Brighton amid concerns about a deal collapsing.

Jun 8, 00:15

Brighton & Hove Albion and the Netherlands' Jan Paul van Hecke and Bart Verbruggen pictured on October 12, 2025

Tottenham transfer news: Roberto De Zerbi handed £50m boost despite second Brighton rejection

Tottenham Hotspur fail with a second offer for a highly-rated Brighton & Hove Albion stalwart, Seagulls CEO Paul Barber confirms.

Jun 7, 14:18

Tottenham transfer news: Spurs see first bid rejected for 'incredible' £70m target as 'talks continue'

Tottenham Hotspur have had their first bid rejected for a Brighton defender, but talks remain ongoing as Roberto De Zerbi pushes to strengthen his back line.

Jun 4, 08:12

Roberto De Zerbi eyes Brighton double raid

Tottenham transfer news: Spurs now preparing £100m 'double raid' on Roberto De Zerbi's former club

Tottenham are targeting Brighton duo Bart Verbruggen and Jan Paul van Hecke as Roberto De Zerbi plans a £100m double raid on his former club.

Jun 3, 13:01

Roberto De Zerbi coach of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates at the final whistle on April 25, 2026

Spurs transfer news: Roberto De Zerbi targets 'triple raid' on former club as part of summer rebuild

Roberto De Zerbi is allegedly targeting three players at a former club as part of Tottenham Hotspur's summer rebuild.

May 27, 09:25

Jorgen Strand Larsen of Wolverhampton Wanderers jumps up to win a high ball on October 5, 2025

Brighton vs. Wolves: Head-to-head record and past meetings

Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Brighton & Hove Albion.

May 7, 07:00

Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi during his side's game against Brighton & Hove Albion, on April 18, 2026

Spurs transfer news: Roberto De Zerbi backed to beat Premier League heavyweights for 'key' defensive signing

Tottenham Hotspur step up plans for a summer defensive reshuffle as Roberto De Zerbi targets players suited to his high-intensity, possession-based system.

May 7, 00:28

Tottenham transfer news: Spurs want £50m Liverpool target who Roberto De Zerbi labelled "incredible"

Tottenham Hotspur are stepping up their move for Brighton’s Jan Paul van Hecke, with Liverpool and Chelsea also interested as Roberto De Zerbi targets a defensive rebuild.

May 6, 11:59

Saturday's Premier League results and roundup: Yankuba Minteh is the hero as Brighton beat Sunderland, while Burnley hold Bournemouth at Turf Moor

Sports Mole provides a roundup of all Saturday's Premier League results and storylines as Brighton & Hove Albion beat Sunderland, and Burnley and Bournemouth play out a goalless draw.

Mar 14, 17:08

Aston Villa's Youri Tielemans pictured on August 16, 2025

Team News: Aston Villa vs. Brighton injury, suspension list, predicted XIs

Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest team news ahead of Wednesday’s Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Brighton & Hove Albion.

Feb 10, 19:30

Brighton & Hove Albion's Yankuba Minteh with Danny Welbeck on October 18, 2025

Brighton lineup vs. Aston Villa: Predicted XI for Premier League clash

Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Brighton & Hove Albion could line up for Wednesday’s Premier League clash with Aston Villa.

Feb 9, 20:05

Morgan Rogers of Aston Villa smiles on January 25, 2026

Preview:Aston Villa vs Brighton & Hove Albion - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Brighton & Hove Albion, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.

Feb 9, 20:00

Transfer news and rumours today: Aston Villa 'deal', Lucas Paqueta update, Brighton & Hove Albion 'interest'

Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news today, including Aston Villa's deal, Lucas Paqueta's future at West Ham United and Brighton & Hove Albion's target.

Jan 28, 20:39

Man City vs. Brighton: How Seagulls can take advantage of City weakness in “difficult” Premier League clash

Brighton & Hove Albion have the credentials to beat an injury-hit Manchester City side in Wednesday’s Premier League encounter at the Etihad Stadium, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.

Jan 6, 12:32

Manchester City's Phil Foden on October 1, 2024

Man City vs. Brighton: Phil Foden's record against the Seagulls

Sports Mole takes a look at Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden's record against Brighton & Hove Albion, including overall wins, goals and assists.

Jan 5, 18:00

Liverpool reportedly cool their interest in a defender, but a new target emerges

Liverpool transfer news: Interest in Premier League defender 'cools' as new 'target' emerges for Arne Slot's side

Liverpool reportedly cool their interest in a Premier League defender, but a new target is said to have emerged for the January transfer window.

Jan 3, 18:10

Yankuba Minteh pictured on April 24, 2024 [IMAGO]

Brighton & Hove Albion lineup vs. Burnley: Predicted XI for Premier League clash amid Yankuba Minteh injury fear

Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Brighton & Hove Albion could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash against Burnley.

Jan 1, 22:26

Liverpool reportedly identify a target from Brighton & Hove Albion

Liverpool transfer news: Reds 'keeping an eye' on Brighton & Hove Albion star in shock January link

An unexpected target has reportedly emerged for Liverpool from Brighton & Hove Albion, with the Reds keen on strengthening in the January transfer window.

Dec 30, 19:34

West Ham United head coach Nuno Espirito Santo on September 29, 2025

Preview:West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Premier League clash between West Ham United and Brighton & Hove Albion, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.

Dec 29, 11:11

Danny Welbeck of Brighton & Hove Albion celebrates scoring his second goal against Newcastle United, on October 18, 2025

Brighton lineup vs. West Ham: Predicted XI for Premier League clash as Danny Welbeck returns

Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Brighton & Hove Albion could line up for their Premier League clash with West Ham United.

Dec 28, 19:59

Brighton & Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hurzeler on November 9, 2024

Brighton lineup vs. Arsenal: Predicted XI for Premier League clash as Danny Welbeck decision made

Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Brighton could line up for their Premier League clash with Arsenal.

Dec 26, 02:07

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