Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly been keeping a very close eye on the Fulham youngster.
Even before his two-goal haul against Newcastle United earlier this month, Fulham youngster Ryan Sessegnon was generating column inches at an impressive rate.
According to a recent report from the Daily Mail, Tottenham Hotspur are keen to tie up a deal for the 16-year-old full-back-cum-winger in the summer, but if the teenager opts to continue his development at Craven Cottage, Spurs should not be overly disappointed.
At first glance, missing out on the exciting left-back would be a hammer blow to a Tottenham side whose fans still cannot quite believe they failed to bring Moussa Dembele to White Hart Lane prior to his Celtic switch.
But provided Sessegnon stays where he is, Tottenham can quietly keep monitoring his situation and potentially benefit from his prolonged stay at the Cottagers.
Tottenham are well stocked at left-back right now, with Danny Rose the undisputed number one and Ben Davies impressing in the England international’s recent absence.
It could be argued that Spurs would benefit from playing Sessegnon further forward, but wingers are notoriously hit-and-miss when it comes to form and, at just 16, it would be unfair to expect too much too soon of Sessegnon.
It would be far better if he stays at Fulham, develops his game and comes to Tottenham when he is older.
Of course securing a deal will be paramount for Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino, yet as long as the youngster does not have eyes for someone else, a little longer at his current club could be best for all concerned.
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