Will Takefusa Kubo (24, Real Sociedad), the most valuable player in Asia, play alongside Heung-Min Son (33, Tottenham)?

The Japanese football media outlet Football Channel noted, "Heung-Min Son has underperformed this season with 7 goals and 9 assists. Will Kubo replace him and secure Tottenham's future? Will Tottenham swap Heung-Min Son for Kubo?" referring to Kubo's potential transfer to Tottenham.

The outlet interpreted that "Korean media point out that while Heung-Min Son has 7 goals and 9 assists, Kubo, with only 5 goals in the league, raises concerns as a potential replacement. This reflects dissatisfaction from Korean media over Tottenham's moves to acquire Kubo as a substitute for Heung-Min Son."

This expresses confidence that Kubo can sufficiently replace Heung-Min Son. Regardless of Heung-Min Son's struggles this season, Kubo is on a different level. It's degrading to compare Heung-Min Son and Kubo on the same level and to perceive Heung-Min Son as falling behind.

Nevertheless, rumors of Kubo's transfer to Tottenham persist. Liverpool, which had shown interest in Kubo, narrowed its options by securing Mohamed Salah.

ESPN reported on the 12th, "Liverpool has agreed to a two-year contract extension with Salah until 2027. The club's highest-paid player, Salah, will ultimately remain with Liverpool. He stayed on the condition of not reducing his wages. "

Salah, after finalizing negotiations with Liverpool, said, "Of course, I’m very happy. I’ve signed with Liverpool, the best team even now. I have a chance to collect more trophies and enjoy my football career. After playing for Liverpool for 8 years, I will complete 10 years. I have spent the prime of my football career here."

Salah leads the Premier League this season, scoring 27 goals. He is also the clear leader in assists with 17.

Ultimately, Salah's continued presence at Liverpool increases the likelihood of Kubo moving to Tottenham. The British outlet Team Talk reported, "Several clubs are keeping an eye on Kubo. Tottenham and Bayern Munich are also targeting him. With Salah staying at Liverpool, Kubo might transfer to either Tottenham or Munich."

If Kubo goes to Tottenham, he will play as a forward alongside Heung-Min Son. The two most valuable players in Asia will play together. Tottenham considers Kubo a potential replacement for Heung-Min Son.

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