Mathys Tel of Tottenham Hotspur looks on during the Premier League match against Ipswich. (Photo by Paul Harding/Getty Images)

Report: Tottenham close to signing versatile player Harry Kane rates highly

Originally posted on the Boy Hotspur | Last updated Jun 14, 2025 2:00 PM ET

Tottenham Hotspur are close to signing Mathys Tel on a permanent deal from German champions Bayern Munich.

The 20-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan at the Premier League club, and Tottenham are prepared to sign him permanently now.

They had an option to make the move permanent for a fee of €45 million, but they have managed to negotiate a more reasonable deal. Tottenham will pay €35 million to the German champions, as per CFBayernInsider.

Bayern agree to lower their demands

Bayern Munich wanted to get rid of the player, and therefore, they were more receptive to negotiating a lower fee for the player. The 20-year-old is not a key part of their plans, and it makes sense for the club to cash in on him.

It will be interesting to see if the versatile attacker can establish himself as an important player for Tottenham next season. His performances were underwhelming during the second half of last season, but he is a young player, and he will eventually get better with coaching and experience.

Mathys Tel could prove to be useful

He is versatile enough to operate anywhere across the front line, and he will look to add goals and creativity to the side. The player could prove to be a bargain in the long run if he manages to fulfil his potential with the English club.

Meanwhile, former Tottenham striker and club legend Harry Kane rates the player highly, and he has previously claimed that the French attacker has tremendous potential and is a hard-working player.

“It is a great move for both parties. Mathys is a great guy, really hard-working and full of potential,” said Kane in February.

The 20-year-old will certainly hope to live up to the expectations at the London club next season. Tottenham have secured Champions League qualification after winning the UEFA Europa League, and they will look to do well in the Premier League next year.

They have brought in Thomas Frank as the new manager, and the Danish coach will be expected to get the best out of their players.

This article first appeared on the Boy Hotspur and was syndicated with permission.

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