Source: Daily_Mail
Spurs on alert as Real Madrid ace Van der Vaart dismisses Ajax return
Rafael van der Vaart has played down talk of a return to Ajax although he admits his Real Madrid future remains unclear. [LNB]Ajax boss Martin Jol confirmed he was keen on bringing Van der Vaart back to Amsterdam, where he started his career before moving on to Hamburg and then Madrid. [LNB]The 26-year-old has been a peripheral figure at the Bernabeu, sparking talk of a January exit and has been heavily linked with a move to Tottenham.[LNB] Unsettled: Van der Vaart (right) has been the subject of rumours since summer[LNB]The Holland international was close to joining Everton in the summer before opting to stay in Spain while Arsenal and Chelsea are also believed to be monitoring his situation.[LNB]And while he appears ready to consider a transfer, he is not interested in linking up with Jol's side. [LNB] 'In principle I find it too early (to return) and I say no,' Van der Vaart told De Telegraaf newspaper. 'I do not know if I will stay at Real Madrid, but there are other options.'[LNB] Jol told Sport1: 'I hope he comes. With him we would have the best midfield in Holland.'[LNB] £10m Van der Vaart is warned: Leave Real or miss World CupChelsea boss Ancelotti considers going Dutch for Real's Van der VaartEverton miss out on Van der Vaart after Real star looked set for Goodison ParkDitching Berbatov and Keane (briefly) nets Tottenham a record £33m profitSpurs manager Harry would welcome Rangers and Celtic to Premier LeagueTOTTENHAM HOTSPUR FC
