Vertonghen reveals fondest White Hart Lane memory

Jan Vertonghen will take many fond memories from his time playing at White Hart Lane, but one moment sticks out as Spurs prepare to play their final match at the famous old ground.

The Lilywhites take on Manchester United and will be looking to sign off on a high after going the whole season unbeaten at home.

The Belgian has been reminiscing about his five years playing at White Hart Lane and the defender picked out Harry Kane’s last-minute winner over bitter rivals Arsenal in February 2015 as a highlight.

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“I think everyone remembers that Arsenal game where Harry scored twice and we came back late to win 2-1,” the 30-year-old said.

“You can pick ten games this season alone, we have this unbeaten run which will hopefully last until the end but, for me, that Arsenal game is the one I’ll always remember.”

Vertonghen admits he will be sad to leave the Lane but it excited by the prospect of playing at Tottenham’s new ground in two seasons.

He added: ““It’s our home – the home for the Spurs. We have great memories there, we’ve beaten big teams, enjoyed great European nights and everything.

“It will be hard to leave but we will have a new home soon enough. It’s always a shame to leave a place like this but it’s for a bigger cause.”