Yesterday we covered reports Galatasaray are again looking to sign Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Yves Bissouma.
Vice president Abdullah Kavukcu has flown to the UK to hold transfer talks for the Tottenham midfielder. He’s been accompanied by Italian agent George Gardi, as they look to broker a deal for the 28-year-old.
The Mali international was linked with move to the Super Lig side during the summer. At the time we covered reports an offer had been tabled by Galatasaray, but a transfer never materialised.
Gala wanted a loan deal, with a purchase option. Bissouma was also proposed a salary of €3m a season after tax.
Aspor report on the latest developments regarding Galatasaray’s pursuit for Bissouma and he’s now their prime target.
The Super Lig champions are desperate to sign a defensive midfielder before next week’s deadline, with a number of targets. Turkey’s window closes on February 6th.
Earlier in the transfer window, Manchester United’s Manuel Ugarte was number one target. However, with the recent changes at Old Trafford, the Uruguay international will remain with the Premier League side.
Transfer talks for Tottenham midfielder
Subsequently, Cimbom are now putting their efforts into signing Bissouma. Aspor claim negotiations are ongoing between the Istanbul giants and the player’s agent.
At this stage there are no reports what they are prepared to offer.
However, it’s unlikely Thomas Frank will want to lose this the Malian in this window. Spurs are currently struggling with injuries, with a number of players missing for tonight’s Champions League tie in Frankfurt.
Bissouma has been ruled out for most of the campaign with a knee injury, but has been involved in Spurs’ last two Premier League games.
If Galatasaray fail to convince Tottenham then they will turn to other Premier League options.