- Tottenham accepts Leicester’s bid for midfielder Oliver Skipp transfer, with a fee exceeding £20 million.
- Skipp, who developed through Tottenham’s youth system, is expected to complete a medical examination on Monday.
- The 23-year-old England Under-21 player has made 77 Premier League appearances for Tottenham since his debut in October 2018, including 21 in the last season.
- By joining Leicester, Skipp will reunite with former Spurs teammate Harry Winks and become the Foxes’ fifth addition of the summer as they return to the top division.
- Tottenham may seek to replace Skipp with new signings to maintain their midfield strength.
Newsypeople – Tottenham Hotspur has officially accepted a bid from Leicester City for midfielder Oliver Skipp, marking a significant move for both clubs. The fee for the 23-year-old, who has been with Spurs since his youth days, is reported to be over £20 million.
Skipp is set to undergo a medical examination on Monday, just before the two teams clash in their opening Premier League match of the season.
Having made his debut for Tottenham in October 2018, Skipp has accumulated 77 appearances in the Premier League, including 21 last season.
However, with limited opportunities to secure a starting position in recent years, this transfer offers him a chance to reunite with former teammate Harry Winks at Leicester, who are looking to strengthen their squad after returning to the Premier League.
🔵🦊 Leicester City to pay £20m fixed fee plus £5m add-ons for Oliver Skipp.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 18, 2024
Tottenham authorized medical tests with contract to be signed and formal steps expected in the next 24h. pic.twitter.com/8ZmMtjKIcg
This deal not only benefits Skipp by providing him with more first-team action but also helps Tottenham as they look to fill gaps in their midfield after the departure of experienced players like Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.
As Spurs focus on integrating younger talent, Skipp’s exit could pave the way for new signings to bolster their ranks.
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