Yves Bissouma may have remained a Tottenham player past the English deadline, but he could still leave imminently.
Bissouma was heavily linked with a Spurs exit this summer, with a move to Turkey often speculated.
However, that has yet to materialise, meaning the Mali international is still a Lilywhites player for the foreseeable future.
Despite missing out on a move to Europe, the door is still open for him to leave North London over the coming week.
This article includes exclusive comments from Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham.
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Turkish move still on the cards for Yves Bissouma
Bissouma reportedly agreed terms with Galatasaray, but that deal now looks unlikely.
Whether he moves to Turkey or not, his exit from North London is expected, as Bissouma was left out of Tottenham’s Champions League squad.
Now, Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – has weighed in on his future.
“I think being left out after the Champions League squad will have really hurt his confidence, and I think he’ll feel very frustrated by that,” Wenham said.
“So I still think he will move, and I still think he’ll move to the Turkish League, albeit not to Galatasaray, who have obviously signed Ilkay Gundogan now, so I could still see a move to Fenerbahce or Trabzonspor.
“There are other clubs in the league that seemingly have some decent money. Also, the Saudi League is still open.
“So there certainly are options he could make. He would make a good signing for somebody. He’s obviously got no future at Tottenham now with 10 months remaining on his contract.”
Time ticking for Yves Bissouma to leave Tottenham
Given that the Turkish transfer window closes on 12 September, Bissouma is in a race to find first-team football.
Indeed, a deal would suit both the player and the North London club if they want to yield any sort of fee.
With his contract due to expire next summer, Spurs risk losing Bissouma for nothing if they fail to move him on.
From the player’s point of view, a lack of minutes will only hamper his reputation, meaning he may not command a big move in the future.
While there are only days to seal a switch, it feels like both parties want a quick outcome.