Tottenham Announce New Contract for Veteran, Midfielder Departs

Left-back Ben Davies has signed a new contract with Tottenham, the Premier League club announced on Wednesday. The Welsh national team captain made only five appearances last season due to injuries but was praised by manager Roberto De Zerbi for his leadership qualities during a tense battle for survival in the top flight. The defender penned a one-year deal, extending his stay in North London to a total of 13 seasons.

Davies has played 363 times for Tottenham. The 33-year-old joined the Spurs from Swansea in 2014. "I feel at home here. This has been a huge part of my football journey, and I'm grateful for what the club has given me so far in my career," Davies told the club's official website. Meanwhile, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium announced that midfielder Yves Bissouma is leaving the club after his contract expired. The midfielder was signed from Brighton for 30 million euros. Numerous injury problems limited his appearances to just 111 matches over four seasons, which is the main reason for the parting of ways between both parties.