Tottenham Hotspur have rejected an opening €18 million bid from Galatasaray for midfielder Pape Matar Sarr, with the club demanding at least €25 million before they will sanction a sale.
The claim comes from transfer reporter Sacha Tavolieri, who says the Turkish champions submitted their offer as part of a push to strengthen central midfield before the window closes. Spurs have made clear that the offer falls short of their valuation, according to the report carried by Yahoo Sports.
Negotiations are said to be ongoing rather than dead, and Galatasaray are reportedly weighing up whether to return with an improved package. Progress is apparently further along on personal terms, with Sarr’s representatives said to be in advanced talks and no issues expected. The Senegal international is reportedly open to a move to the Super Lig.
Why Sarr’s path out has opened up
After a busy summer of recruitment under manager Roberto De Zerbi, Sarr has no realistic pathway to regular minutes next season, prompting his desire to leave.
Saudi side Al Ahli have also been credited with interest, though a move there currently looks unlikely. Full context on Sarr’s situation is covered in our earlier look at his possible Tottenham exit.
What happens next
Tottenham are said to be open to selling if their number is met, and they have business elsewhere. A deal for Manchester City’s Savinho has reportedly been agreed, with Omar Marmoush also mentioned as a possible arrival before the transfer deadline.
Galatasaray are considering whether to return with an improved offer as talks with Tottenham continue.
