Mousa Dembele has completed his move from Tottenham to Chinese Super League side Guangzhou R and F.
Dembele joins his new club on a three-year deal, and Spurs are reportedly receiving £11-million as part of the transfer.
The 31-year-old midfielder joined Tottenham in 2012 after two impressive seasons in the Premier League with Fulham, who successfully converted him from a forward.
Although never prolific in terms of goals or assists at Spurs, Dembele played an important role during his time in north London, and was highly regarded by fans.
#DONEDEAL Mousa Dembele joins Guangzhou R&F from Tottenham Hotspur FC!
Mousa signs a 3-year contract with the Chinese side.
Congratulations and good luck in this new adventure #MousaDembele !#transfer #football #management #onevisiononegoal pic.twitter.com/7PaAqzoYxB
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Dembele’s effortless dribbling and ability on the ball drew plenty of admirers, and made him a fine option in midfield for Mauricio Pochettino.
Dembele joins a growing list of players who have departed Europe for the riches available in China.
Spurs get around £11m for Mousa Dembélé. He turns 32, has 6 months left on his contract, has over 50 (minor) injuries logged over the last 8 seasons and already admitted that his body has difficulties to cope with the physical demands of the PL. Wanted a less demanding league.
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