Tottenham Hotspur is seeking to strengthen its squad in the summer transfer market, and the possibility of Leroy Sané (29, Bayern Munich) moving has come to the fore. At the same time, debates surrounding captain Son Heung-min's (33, Tottenham) future continue, indicating significant changes in the team's attacking lineup.
British 'Sky Sports' reported on the 28th (Korea time) that "Tottenham has received a direct transfer proposal from Sané, whose contract with Bayern is set to expire." Sané is likely to become a free agent following the end of his contract at the end of June and is seeking a return to the Premier League. Specifically, it is said that Sané, who prefers living in London, has contacted several clubs, including Arsenal and Chelsea, but Tottenham is reportedly the only club showing active interest.
Sané has performed decently this season in the German Bundesliga, recording 11 goals and 5 assists in 29 matches, with a total of 13 goals across all competitions. Bayern offered a three-year contract renewal plan based on a wage cut, but negotiations fell through as Sané changed agents and demanded additional conditions.
As a result, Sané has again become a focal point in the transfer market, and Tottenham, which has secured a return to the Champions League, has emerged as a likely destination.
In the meantime, the issue of Son Heung-min's future is directly linked to the restructuring of Tottenham's attacking lineup. 'SpursWeb' reported on the 27th that "Tottenham has exercised an option to extend Son's contract, ensuring he stays until 2026," but it also included critical views stating that "offering a contract renewal solely out of respect is not financially wise."
Some media outlets have raised the possibility of Son's transfer this summer due to his inconsistent performance, high wage, and interest from Saudi clubs.
Son was excluded from the starting lineup in the final this season but contributed to the team's UEFA Europa League victory with dedicated defense and pressure after coming on as a substitute. The club posted on social media, stating that "Son Heung-min is a recognized legend," along with a photo of him with historical championship figures, adding symbolic value. However, 'The Guardian' noted that "the contract extension could be a strategy to preserve transfer value," keeping the possibility of a transfer open.
Ultimately, Tottenham's summer plans revolve around the two pillars of Son Heung-min and Sané. If the two players line up together in the attacking lineup, a strong side combination aimed at the Champions League is anticipated.
Conversely, if Son were to leave, Sané could be deployed as a replacement to fill that void. This creates a scenario where both "coexistence of Sané and Son Heung-min" and "replacement role" exist simultaneously.
The key is Tottenham's willingness to invest. Sané had previously demanded a signing fee during the process of his contract renewal with Bayern, which could be a burden for financially cautious Tottenham. With manager Postecoglou's attacking philosophy, Son Heung-min's transfer status, and Sané's conditions all intersecting, Tottenham's summer is at a crucial crossroads more than ever.
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