Tottenham Hotspur have been warned they must act swiftly if they hope to secure Manchester City winger Oscar Bobb, with sources confirming that the Norway international has indicated his preference to join Fulham amid a flurry of January transfer activity.
Bobb, 22, has struggled for regular first-team opportunities at Manchester City, prompting both the player and his club to explore potential moves during this winter window. According to TEAMtalk sources, Tottenham have expressed interest in the winger, but Fulham, under the management of Thomas Frank, have accelerated negotiations and currently lead the race for his signature.
Transfer correspondent Fraser Fletcher reports that Bobb “has said yes to Fulham” and is ready to make the move to London. The discussions involve both the player and the clubs, with Manchester City reportedly valuing Bobb at £35 million for a permanent transfer. Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano confirmed that talks are advancing to the final stages, with a permanent exit anticipated rather than a loan arrangement.
Newcastle United were also rumored to be interested in Bobb earlier in the window, but sources suggest that Fulham have now edged ahead in securing his services. While Tottenham have a strong interest, time is running out for Spurs to convince both City and the player to reconsider their decision.
Historically, Spurs have demonstrated urgency in late-window deals, as seen in their recent pursuit of Conor Gallagher. However, insiders suggest that unless Tottenham act decisively, Bobb’s move to Fulham is likely to be completed imminently.
This development comes amid Tottenham’s broader January transfer challenges. The club recently failed in attempts to sign a Paris Saint-Germain attacker and saw Liverpool block their pursuit of Andy Robertson, highlighting the difficulties Spurs face in strengthening their squad mid-season. Additionally, Tottenham are reportedly preparing a move for a Napoli defender to address defensive gaps under manager Thomas Frank.
As the January transfer window approaches its closing stages, Tottenham now face a critical moment. The club’s leadership must decide whether to escalate their bid for Bobb or risk missing out on a talented winger who has already indicated his intention to join a London rival.
With negotiations intensifying, football fans across the Premier League will be watching closely to see if Spurs can execute a late-window swoop or if Fulham will secure a high-profile addition to their squad.
