Tottenham: Pape Matar Sarr, the inevitable departure
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All original articlesAfter five seasons spent at Tottenham, Pape Matar Sarr could have desires elsewhere. The Senegalese international midfielder deserves better. A club that will allow him to reach a milestone and win trophies regularly.
If Pape Matar Sarr is one of the Spurs' key players, he must already be thinking about his future. At 23, it’s the ideal age to take a step forward in your career. A departure this summer should be the decision to make.
Another great season with Tottenham
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Despite his young age, Pape Matar Sarr already has a lot of experience at the top level. This season, the Senegalese has a string of big performances with the London club. He played 34 games, including 22 starts for 2 goals and 3 assists.
In the last 8 matches of the Premier League, Pape Matar Sarra has played 6 games in their entirety. He plays regularly and brings his qualities to his team. Unfortunately, the collective is not following suit. After 33 games in the league, Spurs are ranked 18th with 31 points and play their survival in the Premier League.
A start is needed. Tottenham has become an unstable club. Despite the victory in the Europa League last season, the London club is not accustomed to trophies. Yet, Pape Matar Sarr deserves an ambitious club. Next season, Spurs will not play any European competition and could even find themselves in the Championship. To progress, the Senegalese international needs to rub shoulders with major clubs from other countries through the Champions League.
Several clubs on the lookout
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This season, Pape Matar Sarra has played 23 Premier League games including 13 starts. Beyond the 2 goals and 3 assists, the native of Thiaroye shone in key sectors in the league. He is the author of 2 big chances created, 85% successful passes, 82% successful passes in the opponent’s half of the field, 60% successful dribbles, 47% duels won, 3.3 balls recovered, 1.4 tackles per match. Statistics that have seduced some European leaders. The latter could go on the offensive during the summer transfer window.
According to information from Football Insider, Pape Matar Sarr arouses the interest of Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. These two clubs closely monitor the situation of Tottenham who is fighting against relegation. They will be able to take the step if the Senegalese receives an exit certificate from his leaders.
PSG, which has followed the 23-year-old player in the past, could reactivate interest next summer.
One thing is certain; Pape Matar Sarr, linked to the Spurs until June 2030, will not lack courtiers during the summer transfer window.