Tottenham Hotspur have officially announced the release of Ryan Sessegnon, marking the end of his disappointing five-year stint with the club.
The 24-year-old defender joined Spurs in 2019 with high expectations, having been hailed as a promising talent and potential England international. However, his time at the club was marred by recurring injuries, limiting him to just 38 appearances.
Sessegnon’s move to Tottenham from Fulham in 2019 was seen as a coup, with the club paying £25million to secure his services.
At the time, he was considered one of the top young full-backs in the country, and Jose Mourinho, who was the Spurs manager at the time, was enthusiastic about working with him. Mourinho praised Sessegnon’s versatility, saying he could play as a winger on either flank or as a left-back, and drew comparisons with the legendary Ashley Cole.
However, Sessegnon’s progress was hindered by persistent hamstring problems, which restricted his playing time and impact on the team.
Despite undergoing surgery last season to address the issue, he has been unable to shake off the injuries and has ultimately been released by the club.
Despite his underwhelming spell at Spurs, Sessegnon remains a talented and homegrown player who can provide depth in several positions.
His ability to play on either wing and at left-back makes him an attractive option for teams looking for a versatile defender. With his injury issues seemingly behind him, Sessegnon will be hoping to revive his career and fulfill his potential at a new club.