Tottenham announce permanent transfer of forward to Spanish side

Amidst a summer of big changes at Tottenham Hotspur, another up-and-coming talent has left the club. Jude Soonsup-Bell, a standout player from the club's development squad, has made a permanent move to Spanish side Córdoba FC, who play in the Spanish second division.

Tottenham have been actively reshaping their squad this summer, with several first-team players exiting as the club looks to build a more cohesive unit under new leadership.

However, it's not just the senior squad experiencing turnover; young players like Soonsup-Bell, who once had aspirations of breaking into the first team, are also finding their paths blocked and are exploring opportunities elsewhere.

Jude Soonsup-Bell joined Tottenham in January 2023 from Chelsea, where he had developed as a promising forward. His impact was immediate at Spurs, contributing significantly to the Under-21 team's success in the Premier League 2, where they secured a league and play-off double.

Despite his accomplishments, the pathway to consistent first-team appearances at Tottenham remained unclear, leading to his decision to seek new opportunities abroad.

Tottenham announce permanent transfer of forward to Spanish side

Córdoba FC, recognizing Soonsup-Bell's potential, have secured his services on a two-year deal with an option for an additional year. While the exact financial details of the transfer have not been disclosed, reports suggest that Tottenham have not received a direct transfer fee.

However, the club has smartly included a 40% sell-on clause, ensuring they benefit from any future sale of the player.

Although there was interest from several Football League clubs in England, the decision was made to allow the young striker to leave permanently, rather than on loan.

Tottenham letting Soonsup-Bell go shows their focus on streamlining the squad and retaining only the most promising players. While some fans might question why they didn’t get a transfer fee for a player they invested in, this move seems to be in the player’s best interest.

Regular game time in Spain's second division could help Soonsup-Bell develop further and potentially move up to La Liga, where Tottenham might benefit from the sell-on clause.