Tottenham secures Mathys Tel permanent six-year deal from Bayern Munich

Tottenham Hotspur have completed the permanent signing of French forward Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich, marking the first signing under new head coach Thomas Frank. Tel, who was on loan at Tottenham during the second half of the 2024/25 season, made 20 appearances and scored three goals before agreeing to a six-year contract through 2031. The transfer fee was reportedly negotiated down to around £30 million, with Bayern Munich's sporting director Max Eberl praising Tel's professionalism and stating the move is beneficial for his development. Despite Tottenham's poor domestic league performance last season, finishing 17th, the club secured Champions League qualification by winning the Europa League, with Tel part of the squad. Tel had previously played 83 games for Bayern since joining from Stade Rennes in 2022 but struggled for regular starting opportunities under new management. Currently representing France at the UEFA European Under-21 Championship, Tel aims to fulfill his potential in the Premier League amid Tottenham's efforts to strengthen their attack.