According to The Times, London club Tottenham only have two options when it comes to Yves Bissouma, who is on an expiring contract. – Either get him sold as soon as the winter window opens (first choice) or activate an option that extends the midfielder’s contract by one year.
The 29-year-old joined Tottenham in the winter of 2022 from Brighton on a transfer worth €29.2 million. – Transfermarkt believes he is now worth 15 million euros, a sum that will probably be difficult to reach this winter.
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The case is further brought to the fore after Bissouma was recently pictured allegedly inhaling nitrous oxide. Tottenham have stated that they are handling the matter internally.
The nitrous oxide pictures make headlines and internal problems
The incident that received media attention took place outside a restaurant in London in November. Bissouma was photographed with another person, both of whom were holding balloons filled with nitrous oxide, a substance that can produce a short-term intoxicating and euphoric effect.
- The club’s reaction: Tottenham quickly confirmed that they were aware of the images and stated that the matter was being “handled internally.” This usually involves a conversation with management, a possible fine, and a warning that repeated incidents can have more serious consequences. The club emphasizes the expectation of professional behavior from its players, both on and off the field.
- Player Story: For Bissouma, the pictures come at an inopportune time. Already in February last year, he and his teammate Pape Matar Sarr were filmed in a similar situation with nitrous oxide balloons. The fact that he has now been caught for something similar suggests that the club’s internal reprimands did not have a lasting effect the first time.
- Health and safety risks: Although nitrous oxide is not illegal to possess for personal use in the UK, health authorities strongly warn against it. Misuse can lead to oxygen deprivation, unconsciousness, and with repeated use, nerve and spinal cord damage. For a top athlete, even short-term damage to the nervous system or lungs is a serious concern.
- Bissouma’s situation at the club: These incidents damage Bissouma’s reputation and position at Tottenham. He has failed to establish himself as an indisputable starter under manager Ange Postecoglou, and now his professionalism and judgement off the pitch are also being questioned. The combination of sporting instability and repeated controversies makes his long-term future at the club look increasingly uncertain.
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