How much Tottenham actually want to pay for Mathys Tel this summer
It has now been revealed just how keen Tottenham Hotspur are to sign Mathys Tel permanently and how much they are willing to pay for the forward this summer after ruling out the prospect of meeting the full purchase clause in the loan agreement.
It has been widely reported over the last couple of weeks by both British and German outlets that Tottenham have decided to renegotiate a discounted deal for Tel rather than activating the £45m option to buy the player.
Meanwhile, sources indicate that Bayern Munich remain keen on offloading Tel, and it has even been suggested that Spurs might face some competition for the forward.
It has been alleged that Chelsea may pounce on Tel if Tottenham do not take up the purchase option, thus giving Ange Postecoglou’s men a potential dilemma.
How much are Tottenham willing to pay for Mathys Tel?
GiveMeSport have now become the latest outlet to confirm that Tottenham will not pay the forward’s purchase clause.
Despite that, it is said that Spurs believe they are in a ‘strong position’ to negotiate a lower fee with Bayern for Tel.
Regardless of the doubts over Ange Postecoglou’s future at the club, Tottenham are interested in securing a permanent move for the 19-year-old this summer.
It is alleged that the Lilywhites would like to bring the fee to around the £30m mark this summer, with discussions expected to begin with Bayern officials at the end of the season.
With no other club making advances towards Tel at the moment, there is optimism at Spurs that they are well-placed to secure a discounted deal.
Tel is rated highly at Spurs ahead of big summer decision
GiveMeSport make it clear that Spurs’ unwillingness to pay the purchase clause should not be misconstrued as a lack of interest in Tel.
The North London club see the France Under-21 international as a long-term project and believe he has the potential to evolve into a top player.
The publication adds that Tottenham Hotspur have been very pleased with Tel’s attitude and the way he has integrated into his new surroundings, with many at the club believing that he can take a decisive step next season.
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