'Captain' Hoibier is leaving Tottenham! Agreement on a lease to Marseille. conditions for a full transfer in the future

Jul 22, 2024

[London (UK) = Egan Sports Chosun.COM Reporter] Tottenham's midfielder warrior 'Captain'Pierre Emile Heubier leaves Tottenham.

British media, including Sky Sports, reported on the 21st that Hoibier was transferred to Marseille on loan. Marseille and Tottenham have agreed a loan deal for Hoibier. The full transfer clause will be activated later. It is known to be a contract worth about 20 million euros.

Hoibier left Southampton for Tottenham in 2020. He defended Tottenham's midfield by showing strong physicality, active activity, and defensive ability. Korean fans even gave him the nickname `Hodangun.' He dominated Tottenham's midfield as a key member from the 2022-2023 season.

However, he has moved away from the starting lineup in the 2023-2024 season. After the appointment of Engie Postecoglou, he gave way to Pape Sarr and Yves Bissouma. In the meantime, Hoibier and Tottenham entered the final season of their contracts. Tottenham is also in a situation where they have to sell Hoibier. Many teams targeted Hoibier. Fulham, Atletico Madrid, and Borussia Dortmund entered the recruitment competition. In this situation, Olympique Marcelo, who was appointed by Roberto de Gervi, sent an offer. Hoibier responded, and Tottenham agreed.

bbadagun@gmail.com