The Mali international, 27, was with his wife outside a hotel in Cannes on the French Riviera when the mugging occurred at around 04:00 local time (03:00 BST).

Bissouma was returning to his hotel when two hooded men attacked him with tear gas and took his watch worth €300,000 (GHS 4,819,225) before fleeing, his lawyer Bastien Caire confirmed following media reports.

Caire declined to comment further while an investigation is ongoing.

In a statement, Tottenham said: “We are aware of the incident that took place and we will continue to check on the welfare of Yves and his family.”

Bissouma joined Spurs from Brighton for £25m plus add-ons in the summer of 2022.

He made 28 appearances for the club last season, when they finished fifth in the Premier League and qualified for the Europa League.

MORE: 

• Hawa Koomson’s son stabbed at registration center [Photos+Video]
• Latest on Hawa Koomson’s son after stabbing incident [Listen]
• One-week-old baby reportedly stolen from district hospital in Upper East region [Video]

Renowned for blending traditional Ghanaian craftsmanship with contemporary design, the watch brand has been featured as must-have luxury fashion pieces worldwide in GQ magazine’s recent publication.

This feature highlights the brand’s dedication to excellence, making it a standout player in the global luxury watch market. It also aims to inspire a deeper appreciation for diversity and foster cross-cultural understanding, contributing to a world where traditions are respected and celebrated.

Derived from the literal meaning of “Ghana,” which translates to “Warrior King,” these bespoke timepieces are not merely masterpieces of craftsmanship but also symbols of strength and legacy.

Warrior King Watches reflect cultural essence, weaving a unique narrative of Ghana’s rich history into each timepiece. The Warrior King Heritage model showcases a distinctive design that draws inspiration from the iconic Independence Arch and Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum of Ghana, honoring the struggle for sovereignty and the visionary leadership. These elements are incorporated seamlessly into the intricate details of the timepieces.

This remarkable watch brand received its first endorsement from the esteemed Asantehene, who was honored with a custom-made 18-karat gold watch during the Awukudae festival. This bespoke watch holds immense historical and cultural significance. Fun fact: Patrick Amofah dedicated about 4896 hours to the intricate craftsmanship, bringing to life this exceptional watch for the Asantehene.

According to the founder, Warrior King Watches’ global recognition is attributed to strategic collaborations with tastemakers and international retailers who share a passion for exceptional craftsmanship. “These partnerships have played a pivotal role in expanding the brand’s reach and showcasing the allure of Ghanaian luxury on a grand scale.”

The brand’s commitment to cultural representation, unique designs, and attention to details serves as an invitation to watch enthusiasts, cultural connoisseurs, and advocates of global unity to join in the celebration of Ghana’s essence through the artistry of timekeeping.

His vision to narrate the untold stories of Africa through his timepieces is clear. “We aim to convey our values and heritage through our watches. Our timepieces blend style, uncompromised robustness, and a quintessential touch of our primordial roots, merging the durability, ingenuity, and elegance of our ancestral artisans with contemporary design to create something truly unique,” he said.

Continuing to honor his father’s memory and passion for watches, the watchmaker remains dedicated to providing not just timepieces but also sentimental treasures. His commitment to warmth and satisfaction in his services embodies the legacy of his parents and the traditions of his childhood.

In the rhythm of ticking seconds, Warrior King Watches’ journey continues to showcase the power of time, Ghana’s essence, and craftsmanship.

Three robbers stole Emmanuel Odunlami’s Patek Philippe Nautilus believing it was the genuine article, the Old Bailey was told on Tuesday.

According to Metro on Wednesday, Odunlami was stabbed to death for a fake luxury watch after a security guard Kavindu Hettiarachchi spotted the timepiece — which cost up to £300,000 — and filmed Odunlami wearing it outside the eatery in the City of London.

Hettiarachchi tipped off his accomplices who “waited for their prey”, chasing, catching and beating the victim who was stabbed in the heart.

One took the watch during the assault “and was heard to say, ‘Got it’,” said prosecutor Duncan Atkinson, KC.

Meanwhile, the 30-year-old Hettiarachchi has denied manslaughter while appearing in court. 

The three robbers that allegedly killed Odunlami are Quincy Ffrench, 27, Jordell Menzies, 26, and Louis Vandrose, 27, who all have admitted robbery but denied murder.

Menzies, whose DNA was on the attack knife, admitted manslaughter.

Antonios Kfoury, 21, a colleague of Hettiarachchi, also denied perverting justice as it claimed he lied to police to cover for Hettiarachchi.

Odunlami was a 32-year-old music industry boss set upon by the three robbers after leaving Haz restaurant near St Paul’s Cathedral in London on May 1 last year, the Old Bailey was told.

Prosecutor Duncan Atkinson KC said that the watch “may have not been genuine”, but was treated as such by those accused of stealing it.

He told jurors that Hettiarachchi was “an integral member of the security team” who had been hired by the events organiser Playhxuse for the private ticketed brunch and afterparty with DJ.

Mr Atkinson said: “It was part of his role to protect the safety of those, like Mr Odunlami, who were attending the event. In fact he did the opposite.”

Jurors were told the victim, known to friends as Jay, worked in the music industry managing a number of performing artists.

On the day of his death, he had driven to the City in his grey hatchback Mercedes to celebrate his birthday with friends, having organised tickets for a £1,400 table.

Atkinson told the court: “Sadly, as it was to turn out, he liked expensive brand watches. At the time when he was fatally attacked, he was wearing an Patek Philippe Nautilus watch.

“If real, such a watch could be worth anything in a range from £90,000 to £300,000.

“It is believed the deceased’s watch may not have been genuine, but was treated as genuine by those who sought to take it.”

As the event drew to a close at around 11pm, Hettiarachchi was caught on camera filming outside the venue and calling Louis Vandrose, the court was told.

Vandrose and Jordell Menzies were then driven by Quincy Ffrench in a white Mercedes with altered number plates from north-west London, the court heard.

Atkinson said: “The evidence shows that Ffrench, Vandrose and Menzies were setting off in car with a disguised registration in order to carry out a robbery, and that their target for that robbery was at the Haz restaurant where Hettiarachchi was working, and to which by phone he had summoned them.”

Jurors were told the security operator had filmed the victim and his “high-value” watch and then appeared to type something into his phone.

Atkinson said: “The prosecution case is that he was making those other defendants aware of Mr Odunlami and his watch, in order that they could rob him of that apparently very valuable item.

“In common sense, those planning the robbery of Mr Odunlami of what appeared to be a very valuable watch would not have expected him just to surrender.

“Rather, he needed to be compelled to do so, and to that end one of those travelling in Mr Ffench’s Mercedes was armed with a knife.”

Atkinson said: “When they were ready, the defendants Ffrench, Vandrose and Menzies got out of the car and ran towards Mr Odunlami.

“On seeing the robbers closing in on him, Mr Odunlami tried to run, but he was caught by Menzies and then taken to the ground by the combination of Menzies and by Vandrose.

“Once Mr Odunlami was on the ground, all three defendants attacked him, shod feet were used as weapons to kick the defenceless man on the ground.

“During the course of that attack, one of the robbers, identifiable as Ffrench, bent down and took the object of this exercise, Mr Odunlami’s Patek Phillippe Nautilus watch.

“As he did so he was heard to say ‘got it’.”

The defendants then ran off, leaving the victim on the ground with a fatal stab wound to the chest.

Atkinson said: “It appears from the CCTV that he was stabbed before any demand was made of him, or any other form of attempt to take his watch from him.”

A flick knife was recovered nearby and linked by scientific analysis to the victim and Menzies, who had used it to kill him, jurors heard.

Afterwards, the three robbers travelled to Bloomsbury where they changed their clothes before parting company, the court was told.

Atkinson said: “The prosecution case is that Menzies was physically responsible for the use of that knife to stab an unarmed man.

“It was a blow delivered with at least a moderate level of force, in the estimation of the pathologist, that penetrated 8cm through Mr Odunlami’s chest into the right ventricle of his heart.”

Menzies is charged with murder along with Ffrench and Vandrose who allegedly acted together to encourage and facilitate the fatal stabbing.

Hettiarachchi, of Harrow, who was employed as security operator for Supreme Security, is charged with being involved in the robbery and manslaughter.

Jurors were told Hettiarachchi had fake versions of high-value watches at his home, suggesting an interest in and knowledge of expensive timepieces.

He allegedly called on the help of his friend and colleague Kfoury, from Ealing, who is charged with perverting the course of justice.

It is alleged Kfoury tried to obscure the role of Hettiarachchi in the security arrangement for the event at Haz and made a false statement to the police.

The defendants have denied the charges against them and the Old Bailey trial continues.

MORE:

• This video of how Dr Likee’s daughter was buried will break your heart

• 22 reported dead in accident at Kintampo [Video]

• Kennedy Agyapong got me holding a gun to my head until Duncan-Williams… – Nigel Gaisie [Video]

Thank you @bentley_atlanta ❤️for making this a smooth purchase !! My baby off to the port 🇳🇬 way ! 💨 💨

A post shared by Davido Adeleke (@davidoofficial) on Jan 31, 2018 at 2:19pm PST

He shared the photos on social media, and indicated that the twin-turbo 600hp car is being shipped to Nigeria.
Read this: Video: D’banj reveals how much he signed Davido in 2014
With a top speed of 187 mph, Bentley boasts that the Bentayga is the fastest SUV in the world.
The ‘if’ singer known for his flamboyant lifestyle took to Instagram to also show off his new Icebox luxury wristwatch.

How u go big on big !! #NewTime courtesy of @icebox to match my new baby !!

A post shared by Davido Adeleke (@davidoofficial) on Jan 31, 2018 at 1:46pm PST