Oliver Skipp

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Leicester City's New £20M Midfield Marvel: Say Hello to Oliver Skipp!

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Tottenham's Oliver Skipp is swapping Spurs for Leicester City in a blockbuster £20 million deal! What's the story behind the transfer? Find out now!

The football world has been abuzz with news of Leicester City’s £20 million acquisition of Tottenham Hotspur’s young midfielder Oliver Skipp. After several seasons filled with potential and promise, Skipp, now 23, has found himself in a bit of a pickle at Spurs. Despite showing flashes of brilliance, he struggled to secure a regular spot in the starting lineup, particularly with competition from high-profile signings. But Leicester seems more than willing to give him the platform to shine, and fans are eager to see what he can do in a new jersey.

As Skipp underwent his medical on Sunday, it marked the beginning of a new chapter for him. This move could be exactly what the doctor ordered for the talented midfielder—the opportunity to play week in and week out in the Premier League is just the tonic he needs. Leicester has secured an impressive deal, reported at over £20m with an additional £5m in add-ons, showcasing their confidence in Skipp’s abilities and potential for growth. It’s a smart investment for a club looking to bolster their midfield options after a tough season.

Meanwhile, Tottenham is smoothly transitioning away from Skipp, as they also plan for another couple of departures before the summer transfer window slams shut on August 31. The club hopes to comply with Premier League homegrown rules while also consolidating their squad, heading into what appears to be an exciting new era. Skipp’s exit paves the way for young talents like Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall, who are reportedly set to get their fair share of game time in the first team.

Whether this move will elevate Skipp's career or whether it’s Leicester City who will end up regretting this decision remains to be seen. However, one thing’s for sure: exciting fortunes await the young midfielder at his new club. Did you know that this is not the first time Leicester has made headlines with their transfer strategy? The Foxes managed to pull off one of the most miraculous Premier League title wins in 2016, largely due to their keen eye for talented players. Let’s hope Oliver Skipp will add another thrilling chapter to the Leicester story!

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Leicester confident of signing Oliver Skipp for fee in excess of £20m (The Guardian)

The Tottenham midfielder Oliver Skipp is undergoing a medical at Leicester City on Sunday for a move worth more than £20m.

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Leicester agree deal to sign Oliver Skipp from Tottenham (The Athletic)

Leicester City have agreed a deal to sign Oliver Skipp from Tottenham Hotspur on a permanent transfer. The 23-year-old midfielder is set to undergo a ...

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Leicester to pay £20m plus £5m in add-ons for Tottenham midfielder ... (Daily Mail)

Tottenham had been reluctant to lose Skipp, 23, as they look to comply with the Premier League's homegrown squad rules.

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Tottenham 'plan two more departures' after Oliver Skipp agrees to ... (Daily Express)

Tottenham are planning more transfer activity before the summer transfer window closes on August 31.

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Leicester agree huge transfer for Tottenham star Oliver Skipp after ... (The Sun)

LEICESTER have agreed a deal worth more than £20million to sign Oliver Skipp from Tottenham.The midfielder, 23, is now expected to undergo a medical.

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Leicester 'Reach Agreement' With Tottenham for Oliver Skipp (GiveMeSport)

Oliver Skipp hasn't had many opportunities to shine for Tottenham and that has seen him edge closer to a move to Leicester City.

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Tottenham Midfielder Oliver Skipp Completes Leicester Medical (GiveMeSport)

Tottenham man Oliver Skipp has found starts hard to come by in the Premier League but that could change with a move to Leicester.

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Tottenham faith in young duo behind transfer decision after £25m ... (Evening Standard)

Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall to get chance, starting tonight against Leicester.

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Can Oliver Skipp play vs. Tottenham: Latest on Spurs star's ... (Sporting News)

Tottenham midfielder Oliver Skipp is heading to newly promoted Leicester City as the pair face off in their Premier League opening game.

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Tottenham midfielder Oliver Skipp set to join Leicester City in £25m ... (Yahoo Sports)

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Oliver Skipp is set to join Premier League newcomers Leicester City, according to Sky Sports.Both clubs have agreed a deal ...

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Leicester sign Oliver Skipp from Tottenham (The Athletic)

Leicester City have confirmed the arrival of midfielder Oliver Skipp from Tottenham Hotspur. The Athletic reported on Sunday that Leicester had agreed a ...

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Oliver Skipp: Leicester sign English midfielder from Tottenham on ... (BBC Sport)

Leicester have signed midfielder Oliver Skipp from Tottenham on a five-year deal for a fee in excess of £20m. The 23-year-old, who came through Spurs' ...

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Oliver Skipp completes Leicester transfer as 16-year spell at ... (Eurosport.com)

Oliver Skipp has joined Steve Cooper's Leicester City in a deal worth upwards of £20 million, bringing an end to 16 years at Tottenham Hotspur.

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Oliver Skipp completes Leicester move from Tottenham (Yahoo Sports)

Leicester City have officially announced the arrival of Oliver Skipp from Tottenham.The 23-year-old defensive midfielder joins the Foxes on a permanent deal ...

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DONE DEAL: Oliver Skipp finalizes transfer to Leicester City (Cartilage Free Captain)

Farewell, sweet prince. Tottenham Hotspur and Leicester City have finalized the sale of Spurs academy graduate and central midfielder Oliver Skipp.

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Premier League 2024-25: Leicester signs midfielder Oliver Skipp ... (Sportstar)

Financial details were not disclosed by either club, but British media reported the deal was worth in excess of 20 million pounds ($26 million).

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'Excited To See What We Can Achieve' – Skipp's Words On Signing (Leicester City)

Oliver Skipp is looking forward to the next chapter of his career, after penning a permanent deal with Leicester City.

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Tottenham confirm Oliver Skipp sale to Leicester hours before ... (Evening Standard)

Spurs academy graduate is not eligible to face his former club in a swift reunion on Monday evening.

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Oliver Skipp: Leicester City sign midfielder from Tottenham (Sky Sports)

Oliver Skipp has joined Leicester in a deal thought to be worth £20m plus a further £5m in add-ons; midfielder has signed a five-year deal at the King Power ...

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Leicester sign Spurs midfielder Oliver Skipp (The42)

LEICESTER SIGNED TOTTENHAM midfielder Oliver Skipp in a deal worth a reported £25 million (€29 million) on Monday. The 23-year-old agreed a five-year ...

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Leicester City Agree Deal For Oliver Skipp (Leicester City)

Leicester City has added to its midfield ranks after a deal was agreed with Tottenham Hotspur for the transfer of Oliver Skipp for an undisclosed fee, ...

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Premier League: Leicester sign Tottenham midfielder Oliver Skipp ... (Business Standard)

Newly promoted Leicester reached a deal with Tottenham to sign midfielder Oliver Skipp ahead of the teams' meeting in their opening Premier League game on ...

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