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Bissouma Future in Doubt as Tottenham Confront Off-Field Turmoil

Tottenham Hotspur find themselves wrestling with fresh controversy at the very moment they seek stability. Yves Bissouma, once viewed as a cornerstone of midfield control, is now edging towards an exit from north London after new footage circulated of him reportedly inhaling nitrous oxide. TEAMtalk recount the serious nature of the incident, one that arrives a year after a similar episode that saw the midfielder suspended and compelled to apologise for what he called a “severe lack of judgement”.

This time, the consequences feel irreversible. Spurs confirmed an internal probe, with the club stating, “A Spurs spokesman said of the new video: ‘We are looking into the events and it will be dealt with as an internal matter.’”. Those measured words carry weight, but the wider interpretation is that trust has snapped. TEAMtalk stress that “This latest off-field incident will surely spell the end for Bissouma’s career in north London, having joined in a £25million from Brighton in the summer of 2022. He has made 100 appearances for the club, scoring twice.”

Decline of a Midfielder’s Tottenham Chapter

Bissouma’s slide has been stark. His season never ignited, derailed first by disciplinary issues and then by an ankle injury. He was left out of the UEFA Super Cup squad due to persistent lateness, and his removal of Tottenham references from social media after the latest video only reinforces a growing distance between player and club.

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At 29 and entering the final stretch of his contract, with an option for Spurs to extend, he should be at his peak influence. Instead, he appears out of the picture entirely. One source close to the squad told TEAMtalk that “the feeling is that this is a final line moment and there is no route back.”

Injury Setbacks Deepen Concerns

Spurs did secure a welcome win over Brentford, but Thomas Frank emerged from that victory with fresh concerns. Already navigating the absences of Dominic Solanke, Dejan Kulusevski and James Maddison, he confirmed that Destiny Udogie had suffered yet another setback. As he put it, “He got a soft tissue injury, unfortunately, against Newcastle.”

The phrasing, familiar to Tottenham fans, invites uncertainty. Udogie’s time frames have been unpredictable, and TEAMtalk underline that not long at Tottenham can mean anything from a few weeks to several months. Meanwhile, Randal Kolo Muani’s limp after the match, noted by Ryan Taylor, hints at another striker potentially sidelined. That scenario would place further strain on Richarlison and open a door for Dane Scarlett to take on more responsibility than initially planned.

Tottenham’s ambitions rely on rhythm, availability and consistency. Injuries, however, continue to blunt their progress just as Frank attempts to instil structure.

Transfer Landscape Around Spurs

TEAMtalk’s reporting widens the lens beyond Bissouma’s future. Spurs and other English clubs have been monitoring Anderlecht winger Nilson Angulo, while they have been warned that Samu Aghehowa is unlikely to move from Porto in January. Moreover, any hopes of targeting Igor Thiago appear slim, with Brentford dismissing suggestions that the striker may depart.

This paints a picture of a January window in which Tottenham will need creativity, discipline and decisive choices. They require reinforcements but face obstacles, while also needing to resolve internal issues such as Bissouma’s standing.

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The club have faced sliding doors moments across recent seasons. TEAMtalk’s coverage suggests this is another, with painful off-field decisions to be made alongside critical on-field solutions.

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Tottenham fans will experience a mix of frustration and resignation reading about Bissouma’s situation. Many admired his performances in flashes, especially when his ball retention and tackling gave the midfield control that had been missing. Yet most fans sensed this outcome approaching. Persistent lateness, suspensions and now a repeat of last year’s incident have eroded confidence. For supporters, the concern is less the individual player and more the pattern. Spurs have been working hard to build a disciplined, professional environment under Frank. Episodes like this interrupt momentum and place unnecessary strain on squad harmony. Fans will expect the club to draw a firm line and move forward with clarity.

Attention then shifts to the injury situation, which has created deep anxiety. Tottenham’s early season promise has been undermined by repeated setbacks. Solanke’s extended absence, Udogie’s unpredictable recovery cycles and now Kolo Muani’s apparent discomfort leave fans fearing another stretch where the squad is stretched too thin. Richarlison leading the line alone feels risky, and supporters know that Scarlett, while talented, is still learning the demands of senior football.

In the transfer market, Tottenham fans will hope that interest in players like Angulo is followed through with decisiveness. They know reinforcements are needed and that the next month could define whether the season stabilises or slips.