As Tottenham Hotspur continues to rebuild under Ange Postecoglou, a familiar name has emerged in transfer discussions, with Alasdair Gold suggesting that the club may be open to parting ways with one of its midfielders.
Tottenham’s need for fresh faces
The evolution of Tottenham Hotspur under Ange Postecoglou has been a mixture of thrilling progress and occasional setbacks.
Injuries to key players and inconsistencies in form have become part of the narrative, leaving fans questioning which players are integral to the Australian manager’s vision and which might be surplus to requirements.
Departures are often as critical as arrivals in shaping the destiny of a football club. They create room for new energy, fresh talent, and align the squad with a manager’s tactical philosophy.
This process, while difficult, looks to have already begun at Spurs, with speculation surrounding players whose futures appear increasingly uncertain.
In his recent analysis, Alasdair Gold, a trusted voice on all things Spurs, shed light on a potential departure that could free up room in Tottenham’s midfield.
He singled out Yves Bissouma, the 28-year-old midfielder who joined the club from Brighton & Hove Albion in 2021 for £30 million, as a possible candidate for an exit.
Tottenham likely open to Yves Bissouma sale
Alasdair Gold’s insight into Bissouma’s situation paints a picture of a player with undeniable talent but lingering question marks over his consistency and leadership.
Gold elaborates on the matter, explaining to football.london, he said: “The problem is that Bissouma is 28 and he should be one of the inspiring leaders of this group.
“In truth, he’s just not and were it not for Rodrigo Bentancur’s suspension, he would be more likely playing in the Europa League matches than in the Premier League.
“The midfielder has got all the talent in the world and the ability to dominate matches, but his game is too inconsistent as are his decisions on and seemingly off the pitch.
“Tottenham have Archie Gray who could eventually be a long-term option in the role and Postecoglou has been using Lucas Bergvall in the position in the past two matches, with the 18-year-old Swede tidy once again when he came on against Chelsea.
“There is also the option to sign Real Betis’ 23-year-old defensive midfielder Johnny Cardoso next summer. The USA international currently has a hamstring injury, showing that even just having an option for Spurs to buy you can bring an injury.
“At this stage, Tottenham would likely accept a decent bid for Bissouma next summer. He’s only started 44 Premier League matches out of a potential 91 in his three seasons since arriving from Brighton for £30million.
“The problem is whether he would want to leave, for any move would likely be a step down and he will only have a year left on his deal next summer, putting him in the position of power.”
Why moving on from Yves Bissouma makes sense
Football is a relentless sport, and clubs like Tottenham must make hard decisions to remain competitive. While Bissouma’s technical ability is undeniable, his lack of consistency and questionable impact on the pitch suggest he may no longer fit the high standards Postecoglou demands.
If Tottenham are to continue to progress under Postecoglou, difficult decisions must be made. Moving on from players like Bissouma—whose performances have not consistently matched their potential—could be an essential step in ensuring the squad evolves to meet the demands of the modern game.