Paris FC are pushing for a Mathys Tel Paris FC loan, offering to play the Tottenham forward in his preferred striker role, but Spurs are continuing to block all enquiries for the France international.
Transfer specialist Florian Plettenberg reports the Ligue 1 club’s main selling point is offering Tel regular minutes as a number nine. The core of the 20-year-old’s frustration as reported on Krackka stems not only from limited playing time but primarily from being used out of position.
Paris FC have made several approaches already for Tel, with Tottenham insisting they want the youngster to remain at the club. His contract runs until 2031 after joining permanently from Bayern Munich for £30 million in June 2025 following an initial loan spell in February where he made 20 appearances and scored three goals.
The Mathys Tel Paris FC interest comes as the forward seeks regular game time ahead of the World Cup, hoping to force his way into France’s squad. Tel has made 19 appearances in all competitions this season, scoring three goals, but has started just five Premier League games.
Roma and Villarreal are also among interested parties, while Turkish clubs Fenerbahce and Galatasaray have registered their interest in taking him on loan. However, Paris FC’s pitch centers on positional clarity that Tel craves.
The former Rennes starlet wants to establish himself as a central striker rather than operating wide. He became Bayern Munich’s youngest goalscorer in a competitive match at 17 years and 126 days, showcasing his clinical finishing ability as a number nine.
Tottenham manager Thomas Frank faces a dilemma. With Mohammed Kudus injured, Frank is not blessed with many good options out wide, making Tel’s departure problematic despite his lack of minutes. Tel was initially left out of the club’s Champions League squad before being reintegrated following Dominic Solanke’s injury.
What Else?
The Mathys Tel Paris FC negotiations highlight the disconnect between club and player expectations. While Spurs view him as a long-term project, Tel needs immediate playing time to maintain his World Cup aspirations. Paris FC are battling relegation and need attacking reinforcements, making them willing to offer guaranteed starts.
Whether Tottenham soften their stance remains unclear, but the player’s desire for a central striking role could prove decisive in any loan negotiations.
