Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the signing of France international Moussa Sissoko on a five-year deal.
Newcastle and Everton had agreed a fee for the Newcastle United midfielder, however the personal terms were not agreed with the player holding out for the opportunity to play Champions League football at White Hart Lane.
The player reportedly always preferred the option of playing his football in London and after an initial bid from Spurs of £25m, the north London club matched the valuation of the Merseyside club.
Very happy to join @SpursOfficial for the next 5 years ! pic.twitter.com/2KLe0Hmd4V
— Moussa Sissoko (@MoussaSissoko) August 31, 2016
Newcastle were relegated from the Premier League last season and were desperate not to sell one of their prized assets who enjoyed an impressive campaign with France at Euro 2016.
The 27-year-old made his intentions clear at the end of last season to leave the right St James’ Park, after their relegation to the Championship.
Sissoko could make his debut away to Stoke City on September 10 when the Premier League resumes after the international break.
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