Tottenham Hotspur have pulled off a surprise swoop for young winger Wilson Odobert, securing his signature from Burnley for around £25 million, with another £5m due the Clarets in add-ons.
The 19-year-old France Under-21 international has penned a deal until 2029.
Odobert burst onto the scene last season, becoming Burnley’s youngest-ever Premier League goalscorer with a top finish in the 4-1 loss to Chelsea.
His impressive performances caught the eye of Spurs, who have moved swiftly to secure his services.
The versatile attacker, who can operate on either wing or through the middle, is seen as a promising addition to Ange Postecoglou’s squad.
The move follows Burnley’s 4-1 Championship victory over Luton Town, in which Odobert scored.
He becomes Tottenham’s fifth summer signing following moves for Dominic Solanke, Archie Gray, Yang Min-hyeok, and Lucas Bergvall.
Odobert’s arrival could have implications for the future of Manor Solomon, who has struggled with injuries.
The Israeli winger could be surplus to requirements this summer. Meanwhile, teenage sensation Mikey Moore will remain with the first team.
Spurs fans will be eager to see Odobert in action when they kick off their Premier League campaign against Leicester City on Monday, although he might have to make do with a place on the bench.
Odobert is a stellar back-up for Son Heung-min
As much as we don’t like to think about it, Spurs captain Son Heung-min is entering the twilight of his career, and the club had to start making contingency plans for a successor.
Tottenham have signed a terrific future replacement for the South Korean. Odobert is a fantastic addition who can play second fiddle to the 32-year-old while getting enough game time to improve his game.
Odobert can adeptly take the reins on the left-flank from the Tottenham stalwart in the coming years and develop into a superstar player. The £30m fee might seem steep now, but he has all the tools to repay the price tag.