The former Newcastle United midfielder snubbed Everton to join Spurs yesterday.
France’s Moussa Sissoko and referee Mark Clattenburg
Tottenham yesterday completed the signing of France international Moussa Sissoko, as confirmed on the club’s official website.
The 27-year old joined in the last moments of transfer deadline day on a five-year deal for around £30 million, according to the Sun.
Portugal’s Renato Sanches in action with France’s Moussa Sissoko
Sissoko was Spurs’ third capture of the day – following Georges-Kevin Nkoudou’s arrival on a five-year deal and Pau Lopez’s season-long loan – and their fifth in total this summer.
Mauricio Pochettino spoke of his desire to add up to three new players before the close of the window and his wish was granted just in time.
Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino
Sissoko provides much needed cover for Moussa Dembele in central midfield and is also another option as part of the three behind the main striker.
His pace and power will be a much-needed addition to the Spurs squad who’s deficiencies were highlighted in Saturday’s draw with Liverpool.
France’s Moussa Sissoko in action with Switzerland’s Xherdan Shaqiri
Nkoudou also brings raw speed in behind and it will be interesting to see how these two arrivals affect Tottenham’s performances going forward.
Sissoko’s mega-money deal unsurprisingly provoked a strong reaction from Spurs fans on social media, with many questioning the hefty price tag:
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