Manchester United have reinforced their attacking options for the future by signing highly rated winger Tynan Thompson from Tottenham Hotspur. The 18-year-old joins Old Trafford for a reputed £8 million, including performance-related bonuses.
The club did not publish the transfer terms, but the Daily Mail reports that the contract is for an initial cost of £4 million, with an additional £4 million structured as performance-based bonuses and a 20% sell-on clause for Spurs.
Manchester United is happy to welcome ‘exciting’ youngster.
Thompson exits the Tottenham academy after six years, having entered at the age of twelve. The Red Devils expressed their excitement in an official club statement, saying: “Manchester United have agreed to sign exciting young winger Tynan Thompson, subject to registration. The English youth international has joined from Tottenham Hotspur.
“Last season, the 18-year-old scored 13 goals and assisted six times across the Under-18s and Under-21s levels, including seven goals in seven UEFA Youth League games. His performances earned him spots in Spurs’ first-team matchday squads. “Everyone at United would like to welcome Tynan and wish him the best of luck in the future.”
