Mathys Tel is on the verge of making a dramatic deadline day switch to Tottenham Hotspur on loan after initially hesitating over a move, sources have revealed.
The 19-year-old Bayern Munich forward is now set to finalize the deal following a breakthrough in negotiations.
Tel’s representative, Gadiri Camara, fueled speculation by posting an Instagram story featuring himself and Tel aboard a flight.
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Sources confirm that their destination is London, where the young French forward will undergo medical tests before completing his temporary switch to Spurs.
While the final details of the deal are still being ironed out, it is expected to be a straight loan without an option or obligation to buy.
Tel’s decision to seek more game time prompted widespread interest, with clubs like Manchester United, Arsenal, and Chelsea monitoring his situation.
Chelsea had explored a potential swap deal involving Christopher Nkunku, but negotiations stalled. Meanwhile, Manchester United expressed interest in a loan with a possible purchase option, yet no agreement materialized. Arsenal, despite being linked, did not make a serious push for the forward.
Spurs chairman Daniel Levy personally flew to Munich on Friday to negotiate with Tel and his camp. Despite initial reluctance from the player, conversations with manager Ange Postecoglou helped sway his decision, especially given the contrasting transfer deadlines—5 p.m. CET in Germany versus 11 p.m. GMT in England.
Initially, Tottenham had agreed on a €60 million permanent deal, but Tel remained uncertain about a long-term switch. As a result, discussions pivoted toward a loan agreement, allowing both the player and Spurs to reassess their options in the summer.
With Tel now heading to North London, Spurs fans will be eager to see how the talented forward adapts to the Premier League as the club strengthens its attacking options for the remainder of the season.
