Son Heung-min, should we leave Tottenham? "Shocked Son Heung-min may go to Saudi Arabia..."Son Heung-min and Salah are the top recruits
Nov 13, 2024
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Team Talk in England on the 13th (Korea time) is 'Son Heung-min is drawing attention from Saudi teams. Son Heung-min, along with Liverpool's Mohamed Salah, was the top recruitment player for Saudi teams, adding, `Son Heung-min was angry that Tottenham did not sign him an extension, and the Saudi teams noticed it.'
On the 6th, the British TBR Football reported that `Tottenham has announced to Son Heung-min that it has no plans to discuss a new contract.' Then 'Son Heung-min was shocked by the club's decision. The club negotiated re-signing with Son Heung-min and his camp, and although the two sides agreed, it appears that the club has suddenly changed its attitude.
Tottenham appear hesitant to offer Son Heung-min, who will turn 33 next year, an additional contract. In addition, Son has been suffering from frequent injuries in recent years. Son Heung-min, who is in his mid-30s after 2026, seems not sure about his physical condition.
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Tottenham News, which mainly reports about Tottenham, reported on the 7th that the 'Brian King former Tottenham scout insisted that European teams pay Son Heung-min £50 million.It was said that Son Heung-min could be sold after a year of extension.
Prior to this, the British Telegraph said on the 4th that Tottenham will soon issue an option to extend Son Heung-min's one-year contract. 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.
Taking this opportunity, Saudi Arabia planned to jump back into the recruitment race. Team talk is 'Son Heung-min has been Tottenham's most famous player for the past few seasons. In particular, after Harry Kane's departure, he played as the best player in Tottenham ' However, it was recently reported that Tottenham would not offer Son Heung-min a new extension contract. In fact, Son Heung-min says he is not satisfied with the current situation. Now Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy will have to find a new star. Son Heung-min's anger could lead to the choice of moving to Saudi Arabia.
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The Athletic said, `Son Heung-min is still an integral part of the team. Tottenham will invoke the option of a one-year extension to keep him tied to the club until 2026' Another British media outlet, 90min 'Tottenham will enter the final year of Son's contract. It said it would invoke an option to extend this to 2026' As news of the renewal of the contract was delayed, there were even talks that Fenerbahce, a prestigious Turkiye who was newly appointed by Jose Mourinho in the winter transfer market, wanted Son Heung-min. Chairman Daniel Levy came forward to deal with it, but news of Son Heung-min's renewal is still not heard.
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.
Recently, the strand has been caught toward the extension of one year. England's Football Transfer reported that `Tottenham has made a decision on Son's contract.' Then 'Tottenham is currently focusing on guaranteeing the future of its captain Son Heung-min. Son Heung-min is the best source of income in the team, and his contract is valid until 2025. Son Heung-min also admitted there was no discussion of a new contract yet, but it could be seen that Tottenham will sign a one-year extension to keep him until 2026 and offer it to prevent him from leaving on free agency.
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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.
Tottenham's attitude is a more disappointing treatment for Son Heung-min, who has wanted to remain a club legend. Son Heung-min has shown his strong affection for Tottenham. Son Heung-min attends Tottenham fan forum event "Do you intend to retire from Tottenham?When asked "You can't imagine how happy I would be at Tottenham"I just want to see you all smile even if one day I leave this club, and I want to see everyone talk about me as a legend" he said. In another interview "I still want to achieve something. It's not up to me to decide whether I'll be the legend of this club. I wouldn't call myself a legend because I still want to win here. That's why I'm committed. I think our future is bright with coach Enze Postecoglou and this club. We must continue to improve."
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Amid the continued issue of renewal, Son Heung-min is constantly receiving attention from Saudi Arabia. Tottenham superstar Son Heung-min caught Saudi's attention, reported the British newspaper Hotspur HQ. Hotspur HQ said 'Saudi is still considering recruiting Son Heung-min next summer. Son Heung-min is one of five high-profile players on the recruitment list for Saudi clubs, who have said they want to improve their recruitment. The Saudis are looking to sign Son for free, but Tottenham have the option to extend Son's contract until 2026. 'When Son Heung-min turns 33 next summer, Tottenham will have to make a decision if a great offer comes through one of Saudi al-Hilal, al-Nasr, al-Itihad and al-Ahli.'
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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However, the report is expected to rekindle the trip to Saudi Arabia. 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.
At the same time, he even presented specific circumstances that there had already been contact with non-public officials. Pichahes said 'A contact was made between Atletico and Son Heung-min's agent. We had an informal conversation. Finally, Pichahes said, `Son Heung-min has turned 32 years old, but he is still performing well at the highest level.' Above all, his contract term ends in 2025. Son Heung-min has not been able to sign a contract extension with Tottenham so far. Son is attracting attention from Saudi Arabia, but he wants to stay in Europe.
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Amid the deluge of reports, nothing has been decided yet. Son Heung-min has been gradually increasing his playing time since his return. However, Tottenham are not meeting expectations. The promotion team also lost to Ipswich, and although it is early, it seems to be getting farther and farther away from the championship. What choice Son Heung-min will make, Son Heung-min's watch is getting faster.
vanbasten@sportschosun.com