Bissouma

Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a fee in excess of £25 million with add-ons with Brighton & Hove Albion for the Mali international Yves Bissouma.The...

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By now you've seen the news that Tottenham Hotspur are close to an agreement with Brighton & Hove Albion for the transfer of Mali international midfielder ...

There is no place on this team for sexual predators, and even the slim possibility that Spurs may sign one is abhorrent to me, and should be to all supporters. It is NOT the responsibility of supporters to assume the best. It is this very ambiguity that is the heart of the issue for me, and why at this time I would feel deeply uncomfortable with Tottenham Hotspur proceeding with this signing. I want to be able to enjoy watching Bissouma play without wondering if he has done something wrong, because football is more than just watching players on the pitch. Think about what it means for Tottenham fans — or football fans in general — who are survivors of sexual assault and who see a player still under suspicion of that crime joining their club. I want to believe that Tottenham, which has outwardly shown support for marginalized supporter groups and good causes in the past, has done its due diligence here and that as fans we can assume the best about what this signing means for the club. And if they are NOT able to do so, then the club has no business trying to sign Bissouma and should look elsewhere for a midfield reinforcement. Because of this ambiguity, I am deliberately trying not to draw any conclusions other than what has been reported by the police and in the media. But if they ARE able to do so, the club absolutely must address supporters with all due haste to give some assurances that they know what they’re doing. Bissouma was not charged with a crime from what happened in October, but he very notably was not fully released from suspicion, and has yet to be. I am not an expert on legal issues in the United Kingdom. I know that libel laws in the UK are strict, and that is almost certainly why Bissouma’s status has not been addressed fully in the media. He’s a player that I’ve watched and whose play I’ve admired for a couple of seasons now, and if this signing were taking place purely in a football context then it would be a hugely exciting one.

Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Yves Bissouma could be set for a move to Tottenham Hotspur after reports that Antonio Conte is closing in on a £25m deal ...

Bissouma’s expected arrival at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium would see him reinforce an area Conte has been keen to improve. The arrest took place in October and whilst Bissouma was released pending investigation there hasn’t been an update since April. Bissouma joined Brighton from Lille for £13m back in 2018 and his impressive performances at the heart of the midfield have seen him linked to a number of big Premier League clubs in recent years, with Liverpool and Arsenal said to have considered bids last summer while Aston Villa failed in their attempts to prise him away from the Amex Stadium in the winter window.

After have a reported £25 million bid accepted for Brighton's Yves Bissouma, here's what the dynamic midfielder could can offer Tottenham.

Compared to Hoijberg, Skipp, and Bentancur, Bissouma puts up more tackles and interceptions per 90, as well as only being dribbled by 0.6 times a game. While this may mean some rotation between Hoijberg, Skipp, Bentancur, and Bissouma, there is certainly a strength to be had in squad depth, and as we compete in the league, domestic cups, and the Champions League, having such high quality in the midfield will be paramount. At 25, the midfielder is in his prime, appearing 26 times in the league last season, accumulating over 2,000 minutes, and contributing a goal and two assists.

The 25-year-old is set to enter the final year of his contract at the Amex Stadium.

Tottenham have agreed a £25million deal to sign Brighton midfielder Yves Bissouma, the PA news agency understands. Mali international Bissouma, who is set to enter the final year of his contract at the Amex Stadium, is expected to undergo a Spurs medical later this week. Tottenham agree deal for Brighton midfielder Yves Bissouma

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Torres still fits the profile Spurs want and at 25 is experienced with plenty of years in him still. Conte wants to sign a creative midfielder and former Spurs playmaker Eriksen could be the ideal option. There had been reports a £20m fee is already agreed but that is not yet the case. The Brazilian, 25, seems to think it is time for a step up after four years with the Toffees. While Spurs may have to fork out £50m or so for him, Richarlison would be a serious upgrade on their current back-up offensive options. Tottenham boss Antonio Conte wants to make another four signings this summer as he closes in on Yves Bissouma as his third addition of the window.

Tottenham are close to finalising a £25 million deal for Brighton midfielder Yves Bissouma, sources have told ESPN.

Talks are ongoing between the clubs. As revealed by ESPN in January, Spurs had two bids rejected for the 21-year-old last summer and the two clubs are yet to agree a fee. The 25-year-old is expected to undergo a medical later this week as the finishing touches are put to a five-year contract which will see Bissouma become the club's third summer signing after Ivan Perisic and Fraser Forster.

Tottenham are set for a busy summer transfer window having already confirmed the signings of Ivan Perisic and Fraser Forster, with a deal for Brighton ...

Spurs begin their pre-season tour of South Korea in July, with Conte hoping to have all new signings in before the club travels to Asia. The Mali international is set to undergo a medical on Thursday, with an announcement potentially coming by the weekend. football.london reported last week that the 25-year-old was one of the candidates Tottenham were seriously considering to bolster their midfield.

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Well, the Yves Bissouma discourse isn't showing any signs of slowing down, and neither is his apparent transfer to Tottenham Hotspur.

Tottenham’s transfer agreement with Brighton is said to be between £23m-25m, with performance and appearance escalators that could take the fee to just over £30m if all of them are met. In addition, because Mali didn’t make the World Cup, he’ll be one of two Spurs CMs (along with, presumably, Ollie Skipp) who will hopefully return from the Qatar break rested. Well, the Yves Bissouma discourse isn’t showing any signs of slowing down, and neither is his apparent transfer to Tottenham Hotspur. Alasdair Gold is now reporting that Bissouma is set to fly back to the UK today in order to complete a medical at Tottenham’s training ground on Thursday. The transfer could presumably be finalized as soon as tomorrow afternoon.

The Mali international is expected to become a Spurs player in the coming days from Brighton and Hove Albion. English Premier League outfit Tottenham ...

He has a four-star skill moves rating. Four months later, he was handed his first professional contract with a duration of three years. His debut for the Sussex-based outfit was in the club’s 2-0 defeat to Watford – coming in as a substitute for Pascal Gross on the hour mark.

football.london understands that Yves Bissouma is on his way to north London to complete his transfer.

By no means is it his best position, but it gives Conte the possibility to explore other avenues during different game states. During his time in France, he played many games as a left central midfielder, where he should prowess on the ball. Whilst Bissouma is very well known for his ability to operate in front of the backline and effectively act as the team's anchor.

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But not just the best player on the pitch, the best player by a mile on the pitch, he really was," the former England defender told Sky Sports . "The biggest bright spark from the game was the performance of Bissouma, who was the Man of the Match. Yves Bissouma, 26, has just 12 months remaining on his current contract with the Seagulls and is close to a £25m move to Antonio Conte’s Tottenham.

Spurs have scheduled a medical for Brighton midfielder Yves Bissouma. The 25-year-old Malian has impressed with the Seagulls, having been a key player under ...

The ability to rotate players is key, with the number of potential matches added to the normal schedule. Antonio Conte is looking to increase the depth of his squad with the return of Champions League football. Spurs have scheduled a medical for Brighton midfielder Yves Bissouma. The 25-year-old Malian has impressed with the Seagulls, having been a key player under Graham Potter. With Bissouma in the final year of his contract with Brighton, Spurs have been able to get ahead of the competition for the signature and secured a bargain deal.

The 25-year-old has already won the hearts of Spurs fans, though, after a resurfaced video of him laughing while Arsenal players sit sprawled on the Emirates ...

Experienced Croatia international Ivan Perisic has arrived after running down his contract at Inter Milan, while veteran England shot-stopper Fraser Forster has signed on a free transfer to add depth to the goalkeeping department. Tottenham transfer target Yves Bissouma has already endeared himself to the club’s fans after a video of him appearing to laugh at rivals Arsenal re-emerged. Spurs appear to have won the race to sign the Mali international, although Arsenal were previously linked with a switch. Bissouma would give the 52-year-old a quality alternative. Arsenal had to win against Brighton to maintain their hopes of playing in the elite European competition. It is not completely clear if the former Lille player was directly laughing at the Gunners stars, but that did not stop Spurs fans enjoying the moment.

Even based solely on his two performances at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last season, there is plenty to excite Spurs about their imminent new signing ...

At his best, it seems as though Bissouma is doing the job of two players, and the feeling at Brighton was that, with him in the team, the other midfielders were more effective. “One criticism is that for such a gifted footballer on the ball is that he doesn’t score enough goals,” says Hughton. Bissouma’s shots flying into the stands became a regular sight for Brighton fans, who nevertheless loved the midfielder and regularly chanted his name. Stay in your position’. He has helped me understand the game better and that understanding in the Premier League is so important.” The question was always, ‘Is he going to turn that talent into productivity?’. He has done that in the last few years.” “The fee looks like really good business for Spurs. He has a lovely knack of receiving it and driving past players — whether a bit further forward or in that deeper role.” Bissouma thrives in that deeper position, excelling with his ability to resist the opposition press and receive the ball in tight spaces, while at the same time helping to unlock the potential of his team-mates. When he started to play more, the tactical side of his game improved.” He has been fundamental to how Brighton have played under Potter, able to receive the ball on the half-turn with either the inside or outside of his foot and keep possession or win fouls. He did then qualify that by saying, “Because in my mind I’m working to be the best,” but it’s a sign of the player’s confidence, and such a high opinion is shared by many in the game. “He has good physicality, he gets around the pitch, he is agile and tactically strong. This is something he has referenced on several occasions, and his lack of options off the bench was a frequent complaint in public and in private last season. Potter is a huge fan and has frequently praised the midfielder, including after that Spurs win having just said he didn’t want to single out individuals.