Mathys Tel Reveals How Harry Kane Convinced Him to Join Tottenham

Tel’s Deadline Day Move from Bayern to Spurs

Mathys Tel made a dramatic deadline day switch from Bayern Munich to Tottenham Hotspur, but the transfer almost didn’t happen. Initially rejecting Spurs’ advances, the French forward was close to joining Manchester United before a key conversation with Harry Kane changed his mind.

After struggling for game time at Bayern Munich, Tel sought a move to a club where he could play a bigger role. Tottenham moved aggressively, securing a loan deal with an option to buy—giving Tel the opportunity to showcase his talent in the Premier League.

Harry Kane’s Influence on Tel’s Decision

Following his transfer, Tel revealed that Harry Kane, who himself moved from Spurs to Bayern, played a crucial role in convincing him to join the North London club.

“He told me this is a big club with a lot of very good people,” Tel said in an interview with Spurs’ media team. “The pitch is very nice, the training centre is very good, and if you go there, you can enjoy it.”

Having joined Bayern 12 months before Kane’s departure, Tel struggled for consistent playing time. He started just six Bundesliga games last season, scoring seven goals and providing five assists. Under Vincent Kompany, opportunities remained limited, prompting his decision to seek a move elsewhere.

Game Time Key to Tel’s Move

Game time was the decisive factor for Tel. Despite interest from Chelsea, he turned down the Blues due to their inability to offer him a prominent role. Instead, he looks set to receive significant minutes in Ange Postecoglou’s injury-hit Tottenham attack.

With his arrival, Spurs gain a talented young forward eager to make an impact in the Premier League. The coming months will determine whether Tottenham trigger the option to make the deal permanent in the summer.

🔹 What do you think? Can Mathys Tel thrive at Tottenham and become a key player under Ange Postecoglou? Share your thoughts in the comments!