Sissoko leaves Everton hanging, joins Spurs on a five-year deal

Tottenham have signed France midfielder Moussa Sissoko from Championship side Newcastle United on a five-year deal.

Everton looked the favourites to land the 27-year-old, but a twist on transfer deadline day saw Spurs swoop late on.

Confirming the move on his Twitter account, Sissoko posted: “Very happy to sigo for @spursofficial for the next five years.