Tottenham's midfield rebuild continues to take shape, with Yves Bissouma reportedly closing in on a new club after leaving Spurs as a free agent this summer.
According to EPL Index, Benfica have moved for the Malian international, viewing him as a shrewd addition given his availability outside the traditional transfer market constraints. The report suggests talks are already progressing, with the Portuguese giants keen to strengthen their midfield ranks ahead of the new season.
Bissouma's departure from north London closes the book on a spell that had its highs and lows, and his exit adds another layer to Tottenham's ongoing midfield reshuffle under their revamped squad planning. Losing a player of his profile for nothing will raise questions about recruitment planning at the club, even if his final months in England suggested the parting of ways suited both parties.
For Benfica, landing an established Premier League operator on a free transfer would represent smart business, though as things stand, no deal has been confirmed and the move remains firmly at the reported stage.