Tottenham Hotspur have announced the signing of Chelsea youngster Jude Soonsup-Bell.
The North London outfit are currently attempting to finalise a deal for Sporting Lisbon's Pedro Porro, fulfilling Antonio Conte's desire to bring in a new right wing-back.
However, that has not stopped Spurs from negotiating terms with one of their London rivals to sign prospect Soonsup-Bell.
The 19-year-old has experienced first-team football with Chelsea, featuring for 45 minutes during an EFL Cup tie at Brentford in December 2021.
We are pleased to confirm the addition of Jude Soonsup-Bell to our Development Squad.
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) January 31, 2023
Welcome to Spurs, Jude 🙌
Nevertheless, that would prove to be his only senior appearance, instead remaining as a regular fixture in the Under-18s and Under-21s.
While the England Under-19 international was free-scoring in the former, the transition was not made to the higher age range, subsequently resulting in no further opportunities at the highest level.
Taking that into consideration, Soonsup-Bell opted against extending his contract at Stamford Bridge past 2023, instead pursuing a fresh challenge elsewhere.
In announcing the deal, Spurs have confirmed that Soonsup-Bell will join the development ranks, rather than be considered as competition for the likes of Harry Kane.
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