In the end, 'one year extension' Tottenham invokes a one-year extension option for Son Heung-min...SON also 'agreed'
Nov 05, 2024
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The British Telegraph said on the 4th (Korea time) that `Tottenham will soon issue a one-year contract extension option for Son Heung-min.' Tottenham then signed Son Heung-min's last contract (four years) in July 2021, and the club reportedly has the option to extend the contract for another year. 'Tottenham only needs to let Son know that it is exercising its option to extend the contract. Both Tottenham and Son Heung-min agree to activate the option.
Son Heung-min's current future is a hot potato. Son Heung-min's contract with Tottenham expires next summer. Initially, Tottenham is expected to offer Son Heung-min a long-term contract renewal. There have been constant talks about renewing contracts around Christmas last year. As Son Heung-min also loves Tottenham, the contract is expected to be renewed without difficulty. But the tide has changed.
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Son Heung-min is second to none as Tottenham's 'Living Legend'. Son Heung-min left Leverkusen for 30 million euros, the highest transfer fee ever for an Asian player, and joined Tottenham in the summer of 2015. Son Heung-min, who had some ups and downs in the 2015-2016 season, which was his first season, has been active since the 2016-2017 season. Son Heung-min, who built the DESK line with Harry Kane, Dele Alli, and Christian Eriksen, played a key role in Tottenham's attack with his unique fast speed and strong shots. From the 2016-2017 season to the last season, he scored double-digit points for eight consecutive seasons. Since the launch of the EPL in 1992, only seven players have scored 10 or more goals for eight consecutive seasons. In the 2021-2022 season, he scored 23 goals and became Asia's first EPL top scorer. He was 100% pure top scorer with no penalty kick points. "'Legend' Lee Young-pyo even said that "achievement at the level of man landing on the moon".
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Son Heung-min deserves to be called a legend even in his consistency. Son Heung-min set a record of 400 appearances in an away match against West Ham on April 3. It is the 14th record in Tottenham's history and the first non-European player. It is one of the best score in all time. Give Me Sports ranked Son Heung-min as the best No. 7 in Tottenham history and the best winger in history.
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He also said he was looking for a new player. While 17-year-old prospect Mikey Moore has grown rapidly and is highly praised, Tottenham are looking for an experienced winger to compete with Son Heung-min. 'Chairman Daniel Levy's use of the extended contract clause is a key strategy for team stability, and with this approach, fan favorite Son Heung-min is expected to remain a central figure in the team for a while.'
British sports malls reported similarly. Son Heung-min is the last survivor of Tottenham's previous representation, and Son Heung-min survived at the old Tottenham. He shows no sign of resting at Tottenham, and he scored 17 goals last season as well. Tottenham are reportedly considering securing his future as a priority. Tottenham are preparing to extend at least one year to keep Son in the team until June 2026, he said.
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However, there is still a possibility of renewing the contract. Tottenham reporter Alasdier Gold, a British football London reporter, recently held a question-and-answer session with fans, and one fan asked Gold, "'Do you think Tottenham will offer Son Heung-min a new contract soon?' Gold has an option to extend its contract until"2026. This means there is a little more time to work on"I'm sure Tottenham will want Son to be with Son in a predictable future because they value him both on and off the field. Son Heung-min also wants to justify the title of legend in the club. By winning anything..."
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Then 'However, even then, sales are bound to be crazy. Even though Son Heung-min is in his 30s, he cannot put a price on his love and leadership for the club and fans. His grades are consistent. He scored 17 goals last season and has been showing good performance this season. Son Heung-min seems to be a player whose main motive is not money. All the more so considering the amount he has earned over 14 years. But unprecedented tax-free benefits and living closer to his country could tempt him.'
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Not only Saudi Arabia but also Spain is known to be interested in Son Heung-min. Rumors of a transfer to Atletico Madrid have emerged. Spain's Pichahes reports that `Atletico Madrid are interested in Son Heung-min.' Pichahes said 'Atletico were one of the busiest teams in the transfer market last summer. Atletico, which brought Julián Álvarez and others, are continuing to work to strengthen the squad. With several names coming to mind, the most noticeable player is Son Heung-min.
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Barcelona also jumped into the race to recruit Son Heung-min. Spain 'Catalunya Radio' said Barcelona is considering the option of signing Son Heung-min as a free agent next summer' "There is nothing on the table yet, but coach Han Ji-flick will see Son Heung-min's recruitment positively," he said.
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Son Heung-min was replaced in the 11th minute of the second half. Gyehwa-myeon caught Son Heung-min walking to the bench in bewilderment after suddenly facing a bench call, and sitting on the bench, getting annoyed and expressing regret. Experts were also a slim choice. 'Legends' Martin Kearn told the BBC in real time Son Heung-min looked sharp and good. He shows his best performance when he plays in position 10. I was surprised to see him leave the stadium like that." Son Heung-min, who missed six of Tottenham's past seven games after suffering a hamstring injury in September, raised his sense of play to the point where he did not overdo it thanks to the consideration of POSTECH coach.
Tottenham won a huge 4-1 victory. Son Heung-min also succeeded in returning to the national team. It will prepare for two consecutive games in the third Asian qualifying round for the 2026 North Korea-China World Cup. Coach Hong Myung-bo expressed his intention not to overdo it.
vanbasten@sportschosun.com