Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Yves Bissouma could be on his way out of north London in the coming months after an admittedly poor season in the Premier League - and journalist Ben Jacobs has revealed exclusively to GIVEMESPORT that Leeds United could be the side to offer him a top-flight lifeline, with Daniel Farke keen on adding a midfielder to his ranks.
The Whites earned promotion back to the Premier League after racking up 100 points in the Championship, taking home the title on the final day of the campaign - and now attention must turn to the transfer window as they aim to strengthen to stay in the division.
Jacobs: Leeds 'One to Watch' in Yves Bissouma Race
The Whites are in need of recruits to stay in the Premier League
Yves Bissouma in action for Tottenham Hotspur
Many of their stars last season were midfielders, none other than Japanese signing Ao Tanaka, who took to the second-tier by storm as Leeds' metronome found his way into the EFL Team of the Season.
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However, additions will be needed to cope against even some of last season's lowest-finishers, such as star-studded West Ham United finishing in 16th, with each of the last six promoted teams to reach the promised land being relegated at the first time of asking. And that could see Bissouma join Leeds, with the Malian midfielder having only featured sporadically under Ange Postecoglou last season with just 16 starts from 38 in the Premier League. Jacobs exclusively told GIVEMESPORT:
"He wants to stay in the Premier League. I'm told Leeds are another one to watch.
"They're looking to add another midfielder. It will all come down to finances and wages for them too."
Leeds have been linked with Sheffield United midfielder Gustavo Hamer after the Blades failed to reach the Premier League via the play-offs, and the Dutchman's long-term rumours surrounding a move across Yorkshire could come true in the coming weeks.
But Bissouma has extensive Premier League experience, and with just one year left on his estimated £100,000-a-week contract at Tottenham, he could represent a good deal for all parties - especially if Leeds can also land Tottenham loanee Manor Solomon after his solid campaign in the Championship.
The 28-year-old has racked up 191 Premier League appearances for Tottenham and Brighton combined, which would be the most top-flight experience at Leeds of any current player in their ranks - and so his addition to Farke's squad would add the required steeliness and game management should he excel at Elland Road.
Leeds owners, 49ers Enterprises, are expected to spend over £100million in the coming transfer market and that could see Bissouma thrive alongside other shortlisted additions, which includes Nick Pope of Newcastle United, should the Magpies land Burnley stopper James Trafford.
Statistics courtesy of WhoScored. Correct as of 02-06-25.
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