Tottenham Hotspur’s plans to sell midfielder Yves Bissouma to Galatasaray this summer have hit a massive roadblock at the last minute.
Tottenham are determined to part ways with Yves Bissouma, who has not yet managed to feature under Thomas Frank in a competitive match.
The midfielder, 28, has only a year left on his current contract and looked set for a switch to Galatasaray after reports last week suggested that the move was edging closer.
It was widely reported that personal terms had already been settled between Bissouma and Galatasaray, with the expectation that the deal would be pushed over the line quickly as the summer window ticks down.
Yves Bissouma transfer from Tottenham to Galatasaray faces major setback
Journalist Sacha Tavolieri reported on X on Thursday morning that all three parties involved – Tottenham Hotspur, Galatasaray and Yves Bissouma – were facing complications that could derail the midfielder’s proposed switch to Turkey.
According to his update, an agreement had been reached between Tottenham and Galatasaray for a loan move with an obligation to buy, but the transfer was in danger of collapsing despite the breakthrough.
Galatasaray were said to have concerns over potential physical issues, which created significant hesitation, with the Turkish champions reluctant to commit to a player they fear may not be fully fit and available straight away. Tavolieri concluded his report with a simple “wait and see”.
Unfortunately, the latest update from Tavolieri reveals that Bissouma’s move to Galatasaray is now off. The Turkish club have decided to move on to other targets.
When Bissouma could return to full fitness
Tottenham supporters have already expressed their farewells to Yves Bissouma, with messages ranging from those who wished him luck to those who felt his departure could not come soon enough.
The Mali international has not played a competitive game this season and was omitted from the UEFA Super Cup squad for disciplinary reasons, having reported late to training on several occasions under new manager Thomas Frank.
To make matters worse, Bissouma then picked up an injury in training ahead of Tottenham’s opening Premier League fixture against Burnley two weeks ago, and he has yet to return to action, with no clear timeline set on his recovery.
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