Tottenham Hotspur snapped up one of the brightest talents in the Championship this week with the signing of Wilson Odobert, but his former manager, Scott Parker, is not bitter about losing the Frenchman.
Out of nowhere, Tottenham announced the signing of Wilson Odobert on Friday, with the 19-year-old winger arriving from Burnley in a reported £25m deal with a further £5m in add-ons (Alasdair Gold).
Spurs had been looking for a winger this summer, but surprised everyone with the move for the teenage talent who had impressed for Burnley last season in the Premier League.
Speaking to Burnley Express about the departing player, the Clarets boss Scott Parker said: “It’s a shame to see Wilson go. He’s obviously a top talent that has been nurtured and brought through here, [but] an opportunity for Wilson at Spurs is an incredible opportunity.
“I spent four weeks working with Wilson and I saw every bit of his quality every day, he was a credit in terms of his professionalism and his quality.
“Everything about him was superb and everybody at the football club wishes him nothing but all the very best at what is a top club, I understand that. We have no doubt he has a real bright future ahead.”
Odobert himself has been speaking about the move recently, and claimed he and Spurs share the ‘same ambitions,’ adding he can’t wait to entertain the Tottenham fans.
Spurs fans will have to wait a little while longer to see the Frenchman in action, as he is still waiting for clearance on his work permit (Dan Kilpatrick).
Spurs Web Opinion
I’ve heard nothing but good things from everyone associated with Burnley when it comes to Odobert, which always bodes well.
They seem genuinely gutted to lose him, and that just adds to the excitement and optimism that we’ve got a real star.
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