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There was a claim that Son Heung-min decided to leave Tottenham.
England's Beane Sports shed light on Son's future on the 23rd (Korea time), saying, "(Will Son Heung-min leave at the end of the season?).
In non-sports, Son Heung-min's future seems to be taking shape. Son Heung-min is scheduled to leave Tottenham when his contract expires, according to the news. Son Heung-min, who scored 165 goals and 87 assists in 419 games for Tottenham, has recently been linked to other clubs such as Galatasaray. Tottenham have the option of a one-year extension, but have apparently decided not to activate it, and the player could seek new challenges in his career. Son Heung-min's potential departure means Tottenham's era is over. The move could open the door for him to return to another European league, or Asia, and he is considering his next destination, he said.
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Son Heung-min has consistently drawn great attention with news on his renewal since last summer. Journalist Graham Bailey said, `Tottenham has no plans to renew the contract with Son Heung-min. Son Heung-min said he was shocked by the club's decision, adding that `Son Heung-min and his camp discussed a new contract with Tottenham, and both sides were positive about the contract extension, but the club seems to have suddenly changed its attitude.'
The news came after Tottenham's one-year extension option was triggered, which gave it more strength. Earlier on the 4th, England's Telegraph said, "'Tottenham will activate a one-year extension option for Son Heung-min, so that he will continue to stay with the team after this season.'" Tottenham signed a new contract with Son Heung-min in 2021, and the expiration of the contract was scheduled for seven months later. The club is known to have a one-year extension option. 'All Tottenham have to do is notify Son Heung-min of the option being activated, and we have found out that Tottenham intend to do so.'"
A leading reporter also acknowledged the basis for the news. European soccer transfer market expert Fabrizio Romano said on his personal SNS on the 13th that `Tottenham has begun activating options to extend Son Heung-min's existing contract until 2026.' Son Heung-min is virtually confirmed to accompany Tottenham until 2026, reporting the news of the option to extend the contract to Romano.
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The reason why Son Heung-min's possibility of transfer has gained more strength is because of the stagnant contract renewal negotiations. Son Heung-min has consistently drawn great attention with news on his renewal since last summer. Journalist Graham Bailey said, `Tottenham has no plans to renew the contract with Son Heung-min. Son Heung-min said he was shocked by the club's decision, adding that `Son Heung-min and his camp discussed a new contract with Tottenham, and both sides were positive about the contract extension, but the club seems to have suddenly changed its attitude.'
The news came after Tottenham's one-year extension option was triggered, which gave it more strength. Earlier on the 4th, England's Telegraph said, "'Tottenham will activate a one-year extension option for Son Heung-min, so that he will continue to stay with the team after this season.'" Tottenham signed a new contract with Son Heung-min in 2021, and the expiration of the contract was scheduled for seven months later. The club is known to have a one-year extension option. 'All Tottenham have to do is notify Son Heung-min of the option being activated, and we have found out that Tottenham intend to do so.'"
A leading reporter also acknowledged the basis for the news. European soccer transfer market expert Fabrizio Romano said on his personal SNS on the 13th that `Tottenham has begun activating options to extend Son Heung-min's existing contract until 2026.' Son Heung-min is virtually confirmed to accompany Tottenham until 2026, reporting the news of the option to extend the contract to Romano.
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This is unfortunate news for Son Heung-min. Son Heung-min has consistently expressed his willingness to remain a Tottenham legend. Considering Son Heung-min's achievements and evaluations at Tottenham, it is also considered a legend that is included in the top 10 in the club's history. Son Heung-min has exceeded 400 Tottenham games, and he is ranked high in the all-time ranking with 165 Tottenham goals. He also had a huge record in Tottenham's career help ranking second, just behind Christian Eriksen.
However, Tottenham decided to extend the contract period until 2026 and watch the situation rather than renewing the contract with Son Heung-min for a long time. Son Heung-min is also currently weighing on staying at Tottenham, so it is unlikely that he will leave the team immediately. German reporter Florian Flettenberg said, `Son Heung-min will remain with the team after the summer of 2025. This is because the contract is expected to be increased to 2026 through the extension option. Son Heung-min is also known to want to stay at Tottenham.
Son Heung-min was already mentioned as a transfer with Saudi interest last year, but he decided to stay. Saudi Arabia reportedly offered Son Heung-min a contract last summer, and the British media said at the time that Son Heung-min was offered a contract worth 30 million euros (about 42 billion won) every season for four years from the Saudi league RT Hard, but refused.
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However, the news of Tottenham and Son Heung-min's decision to part ways has increased the interest of other clubs. Galatasara's active interest has already been reported recently. Spain's Pichahes plans a bold move in the winter transfer market to recruit Son Heung-min. Galatasaray is trying to negotiate using uncertainty about Son's future. Despite Son's importance, his contract is coming to an end and has sparked interest from several teams, including Galatasaray. Galatasaray believes Son Heung-min is the best player to strengthen the squad. Discussions could begin soon, aiming for a January agreement,' it said.
Then 'Tottenham captain may refuse to leave during the season. Tottenham's goal is to secure a place in the European Champions League. Therefore, Galatasaray is ready to wait until the summer if the winter transfer does not materialize. The player's position will play an important role in the negotiations,' he explained.
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Along with Galatasaray's interest, attention is expected to continue on Son Heung-min's future course. If Tottenham does not seek a long-term renewal with Son Heung-min, there is a good chance that Saudi Arabia will show great interest. Some European teams reportedly wanted to recruit Son Heung-min when he was already mentioned as a free agent. Spain's El Nacional said 'Barcelona will try to reinforce its offense. The player Han Ji Flick will choose is very clear. Several key conditions have been approved by Deku, and conditions are the experience of the offense, Yamal, and differentiated talent. One of them is Tottenham star Son Heung-min, he said, expressing the possibility of going to Barcelona.
In addition, it was mentioned that big clubs are paying attention to Son Heung-min's contract situation, including Manchester United and Bayern Munich, and recently, it was reported that Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) could target Son Heung-min if Tottenham failed to advance to the European Champions League.
News emerged that Son Heung-min and Tottenham are approaching a breakup. If Son Heung-min decides to leave, many teams are expected to court.
digh1229@sportschosun.com
