There doesn’t appear to be such a thing as a simple, straightforward season at Spurs these days. No better example of the way the wind continues to blow in N17 is the curious collapse of Yves Bissouma. Having arrived with a sense of promise, the player is now facing a one-year contract extension at Tottenham – if the club cannot sell him in January, just to scrape back some value.
The Sun says that Bissouma’s position at Tottenham Hotspur is highly precarious, marked by repeated disciplinary issues, injuries, and a clear intent from the club to offload him. The 29-year-old Mali international, signed from Brighton for £25-30 million in 2022, has not featured in a single minute this season under head coach Thomas Frank and appears to be on the brink of departure.
Bissouma has been embroiled in controversy, particularly around his second alleged incident involving nitrous oxide (commonly known as “laughing gas”). On December 7, footage emerged (published by The Sun) showing him inhaling the substance at a party in early November, which is illegal for recreational use in the UK and carries potential penalties of up to two years in prison.
This follows a similar incident in August 2023, when he was suspended for one match by then-manager Ange Postecoglou and issued a public apology for a “severe lack of judgement.” The club launched an internal investigation immediately, with Frank refusing to comment publicly on December 8, stating it’s an “internal matter” being handled.
As a repeat offender, Bissouma now faces further disciplinary action, including potential suspension, which has accelerated talks of his exit.
A history of issues inside and outside the club is mounting up
He was dropped from Tottenham’s UEFA Super Cup squad in August for persistent lateness to training, his second consecutive season starting with a disciplinary omission.
In November 2025, reports emerged of over £800,000 being fraudulently stolen from his VIP Coutts bank account between September 2022 and June 2024, adding to a “tough year” off the pitch, including a £250,000 watch theft in Cannes.
Under Thomas Frank, Tottenham sit mid-table in the Premier League and have progressed in the Champions League, but midfield depth is a concern—exacerbated by Bissouma’s absence and AFCON call-ups for players like Pape Sarr. Offloading him could free up funds for reinforcements, though recent wins (e.g., vs. Brentford and Slavia Prague) have eased some pressure.
In summary, Bissouma’s repeated off-field lapses have likely ended his Tottenham career. A January exit seems probable, with the club balancing a sale against contract protection. His talent as a dynamic midfielder is undeniable, but professionalism has been his undoing.
This isn’t the type of turmoil Tottenham needs to be involved with.