Tottenham and Serge Aurier part ways

 

Serge Aurier has agreed to a mutual termination of his Tottenham Hotspur contract, the club have announced. 

 

The Ivorian joined from PSG as a replacement for Kyle Walker, but never really won over the Spurs fanbase. 

 

The arrival of Emerson Royal from Barcelona on deadline day appeared to spell the end of Aurier's time at the club and he is now a free agent after his exit. 

 

"The Club can confirm the departure of Serge Aurier following the mutual termination of his contract," a statement read on the club's official website. 

 

"Signed from PSG in August 2017, Serge made his debut in our 3-1 win over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League before going on to make 110 appearances for us, scoring eight goals. 

 

"We thank Serge for his service and wish him well for the future." 

 

 

On his exit, Aurier said:  "I have really enjoyed my time at Spurs and would like to thank the Club and the fans, but I feel now is the right time for me to move onto a new challenge." 

 

The 28-year-old had a year left to run on his current deal and was deemed fourth choice right-back following the deadline day capture of Emerson.