Mathys Tel may have already dropped Tottenham summer transfer hint amid Ange Postecoglou claim
Mathys Tel has officially concluded his loan stint with Tottenham Hotspur, playing his final game in a Spurs shirt at the end of a memorable campaign. The 20-year-old forward joined the North London outfit from Bayern Munich during the closing days of the January transfer window, and quickly became a regular under Ange Postecoglou’s management.
Despite arriving mid-season, Tel wasted no time adapting to Premier League football. The French attacker made 20 appearances for Tottenham across all competitions, finding the back of the net three times and offering bursts of energy and creativity in the final third. While still developing his game, Tel’s contributions were significant in key moments, helping Spurs maintain momentum in both domestic and European fixtures.
Although he didn’t take part in the Europa League final, Tel can proudly count himself among the squad that lifted the trophy in a dramatic 2-1 victory over Manchester United in Bilbao. His efforts in earlier knockout rounds played a vital role in getting Tottenham to the final, and he now leaves with a winners’ medal — a reward for his hard work and resilience throughout the competition.
Crucially, Tottenham’s deal with Bayern Munich includes an option to make Tel’s move permanent for a fee of £45.7 million, with a six-year contract already agreed in principle. With the season now concluded, the ball is firmly in Tottenham’s court: do they commit to the full fee, attempt to negotiate a lower price, or walk away from the deal entirely?
Tel has made it clear that he holds the club in high regard, suggesting he’d be open to a permanent stay. Speaking to SPURSPLAY following the season finale against Brighton & Hove Albion, the young forward didn’t hold back in expressing his affection for the club.
“Tottenham is a big family with the fans, with everybody else,” he said. “Tottenham is not just a club, it is everything for us. We have to keep going and win more trophies.”
This heartfelt statement seems to hint at a strong desire to continue his journey with Spurs. His words — “we have to keep going” — also suggest he sees himself as part of the club’s future, further fueling speculation that he hopes to remain at Tottenham beyond this season.
Reflecting on Tottenham’s Europa League triumph, Tel described the experience as unforgettable: “It was incredible. It was crazy for the club, for the fans, for everybody else. I am very happy about it, we did it, we deserve it.”
He added: “To be honest, I am playing football to win trophies, so I believe in this team, in this club, and that is why we did it. I am very happy.”
His belief in the squad and the club’s trajectory bodes well for a possible return. However, Tel’s long-term future in North London may also depend on the direction the club takes this summer — particularly regarding manager Ange Postecoglou, whose own future has been a topic of speculation.
When asked ahead of Tottenham’s final game whether he wants to see Tel return next season, Postecoglou offered praise for the young forward’s contributions but indicated that discussions were still pending.
“I guess they’re the kind of discussions that we start to need to have,” said Postecoglou during his pre-match press conference. “But again, without myself gate-crashing meetings, I need to be invited to them. We’ll assess all those things.”
The Australian coach acknowledged the challenge Tel faced upon arrival but praised his response: “Matty’s done really well for us. We put him in a really difficult position — as a young player who hadn’t played a lot and probably wasn’t fully fit — and we just threw him straight in. But he’s handled it really well.”
Postecoglou continued: “I think he’s been a really important contributor for us. He’ll definitely play tomorrow at some point, whether he starts or comes off the bench. I’m sure those decisions we’ll kind of look into post-season.”
With the season now wrapped up and transfer planning underway, all eyes are on Tottenham’s hierarchy to see if they will make a decisive move for Mathys Tel. The player has shown promise, embraced the club’s values, and expressed a desire to win more with Spurs — but the final call remains in the hands of the decision-makers in N17.
One thing is certain: Tel’s brief time at Tottenham has left a lasting impression — both on the pitch and in the hearts of fans. Now, the next chapter awaits.