Source: Telegraph
Tottenham sign Sebastien Bassong from Newcastle
The two clubs agreed a fee, believed to be upwards of £8 million, with the player penning a long-term contract at White Hart Lane.
The 23 year-old is suspended for the first two games of the new season following his sending-off against Fulham at the end of last term.
A statement on Tottenham website read: "We are delighted to announce that we have reached agreement with Newcastle United for the transfer of Sebastien Bassong to the club, following the player successfully completing a medical examination and agreeing personal terms."
Spurs manager Harry Redknapp made a bid for Bassong after learning that centre-backs Michael Dawson, Jonathan Woodgate and Ledley King were all likely to miss the start of the season.
"I like him very much. He is young with a good future," Redknapp said.
Bassong, 23, joined Newcastle from French club Metz in July 2008 and produced some impressive displays despite his club's relegation.
Born in Paris, he was called up by Cameroon for the first time recently and was keen to leave Newcastle for his international prospects.
"Playing for Newcastle was a real honour in front of the supporters at St James' Park," he said.
"But I have always said that I wanted to play in the Premier League and that wasn't possible with Newcastle.
"It was not good for my career to be at a Championship club. I want to play in future World Cups and African Cup of Nations competitions with Cameroon.
"That is made more difficult if you are not playing at the higher level."
