Tottenham set to pip Aston Villa for Brighton's highly rated midfielder

The 25-year-old has been linked with a host of Albion's Premier League rivals due to his standout form on the south coast, including Steven Gerrard's Aston Villa.

Tottenham boss Antonio Conte is eager to boost his central midfield options, which currently include Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, Rodrigo Bentancur and Oliver Skipp, while Harry Winks is likely to leave the club this summer.

Bissouma joined Brighton from French club Lille for a reported £15million in 2018.

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