AliousIn a surprising development, reports suggest that Tottenham Hotspur may consider selling midfielders Yves Bissouma and Rodrigo Bentancur this summer if substantial offers are made for either player.
This aligns with widespread expectations of a major squad overhaul as new manager Ange Postecoglou prepares for his second season in charge.
The notion of a summer exodus at Spurs has been circulating for weeks, with sources indicating a significant number of players could be shown the exit door.
The report backs this claim, listing several players likely to leave, including Emerson Royal, who is attracting interest from clubs in Italy and Saudi Arabia and could be one of the first departures.
Other names expected to follow include Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, Giovani Lo Celso, Bryan Gil, Joe Rodon, Djed Spence, Sergio Reguilon, Tanguy Ndombele, and Japhet Tanganga.
The report also mentions that Tottenham will entertain offers for squad players like Manor Solomon, indicating a willingness to listen to proposals for a wide array of their roster.
The possibility of Bissouma and Bentancur leaving has raised eyebrows.
Despite Postecoglou’s desire to retain both players, a lucrative bid might prompt Spurs to reconsider.
Bissouma, who joined from Brighton, has shown promise but hasn’t fully cemented his place, while Bentancur has had a challenging season due to injury and has yet to regain his best form after nearly a year out of action.
It’s understandable that the club might be tempted by significant offers, especially in the context of a squad rebuild. However, selling Bentancur could be a considerable risk.
The Uruguayan midfielder, when fit, adds quality and composure to Tottenham’s midfield that could be vital in the coming season.
Patience might be key with Bentancur as he works his way back to peak condition.
With the potential for a major shake-up at Spurs, the possibility of selling key midfielders like Bissouma and Bentancur has raised questions about the wisdom of such a move or whether the club should focus on stability and continuity in the middle of the park.
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