Yves Bissouma will remain at Tottenham for the next period

The Tottenham star was wanted by several clubs.

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A significant knee injury has ultimately decided the immediate future of Malian midfielder Yves Bissouma, ensuring he will remain with Tottenham beyond the summer transfer window.

His anticipated return to the pitch is now scheduled for October, effectively halting any potential move. This development comes despite the player having attracted concrete interest and received several offers from a host of Premier League rivals, including Newcastle, Crystal Palace, West Ham United, and Chelsea.

Great interest from several clubs

While several Premier League clubs have shown a distinct interest in Yves Bissouma, and the midfielder himself has reportedly been open to a fresh start within England's top flight, Tottenham's management has firmly opposed such a move.

🚨 Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma was proposed to Milan in the past summer window however he wasn’t among the priority targets for Milan

[@MatteMoretto] pic.twitter.com/VgkczfiGOw— Milan Eye (@MilanEye) September 13, 2025

The club's hierarchy has clearly prioritized transferring the player abroad rather than strengthening a domestic rival. All indications suggest Tottenham would strongly prefer a sale to a league outside the Premier League, effectively closing the door on an English destination for the Malian international.

‼️Thomas Frank on whether he expects Yves Bissouma to depart the club: “I will be surprised if anyone is leaving us now so yes he’s part of the squad.” @AlasdairGoldpic.twitter.com/VjVsCKYQuv— The Spurs Watch (@TheSpursWatch) September 12, 2025