Eddy
Yves Bissouma, the Malian defensive midfielder, joined Tottenham Hotspur from Brighton in June 2022 in a deal reported to be in the region of £30 million . Despite flashes of brilliance, his Spurs tenure has been defined by periods of inconsistency and disciplinary blips—from lateness to a notable video incident —leaving his future in doubt .
As Bissouma enters the final year of his contract, Tottenham appear open to selling rather than risking a free departure in 2026. Ex-scout Bryan King suggests a fee of around £15 million could secure his exit . Other reports support that figure, with sources indicating that Spurs would consider offers in the £12–17 million ballpark .
Crystal Palace, one of Spurs’ London rivals, are reportedly among the clubs tracking Bissouma’s situation. As noted by GIVEMESPORT, Palace are “expected to enquire over Bissouma’s availability,” and Bissouma’s preference for staying in London could give Palace an edge .
Apart from Palace, several overseas clubs have shown interest. Notably:
Juventus have been monitoring Bissouma as a potential target .
Fenerbahçe, managed by José Mourinho, reportedly had a representative in London to initiate talks , though they ultimately decided against submitting a bid .
Other Ligue 1 clubs, such as Marseille and Nice, have also kept tabs on him .
Despite the overseas avenues, Bissouma has reportedly expressed a strong preference to remain in the Premier League—ideally at Tottenham or at least somewhere else in England .
Journalist Alasdair Gold has long sensed an “inevitable parting of the ways” given Bissouma’s underwhelming consistency and contract situation . Fan sentiment, as echoed in Reddit discussions, echoes this frustration. One fan bluntly put it:
> “Bissouma the biggest disappointment out the lot. He’s been so inconsistent… There’s the odd day where he has his 8/10 performance. But more often than not it’s a 4/10.”
A summer departure for Bissouma seems increasingly likely—perhaps to Crystal Palace if they can offer the attractive convenience of a London move. Meanwhile, Spurs will look to reinvest in more reliable midfield options. Names like Johnny Cardoso (Real Betis), Douglas Luiz, and João Palhinha have all surfaced as potential replacements .
Reason for Exit Inconsistent performance; disciplinary issues; contract running down.
Expected Fee Around £12–17 million, with £15 million frequently cited.
Rival Interest Crystal Palace leading domestic interest.
Other Interested Clubs Juventus, Fenerbahçe (initial interest), Marseille, Nice.
Player’s Preference Stay in Premier League, ideally in London.
Next Steps for Spurs Cash in this summer, reinvest in midfield upgrades.
The situation around Yves Bissouma’s future at Tottenham encapsulates a delicate balancing act: the club needs to protect its financial interests before the contract expires, while fans clamor for consistency and reliability in midfield. Crystal Palace’s pursuit adds intrigue, setting the stage for a summer move that offers closure for Bissouma’s Spurs chapter—a
nd a fresh start somewhere he might still feel at home.
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