After 10 years in North London, Son Heung-min (33, Tottenham) is mentioned as possibly parting ways with Tottenham Hotspur.
The British 'Telegraph' reported on the 3rd (Korean time) that 'Tottenham is signaling a major squad overhaul ahead of their return to the Champions League', indicating that Son could transfer this summer.
Subsequently, multiple media outlets including 'Metro' and 'Sports Bible' reported on the 4th that 'Saudi Arabian Pro League clubs are prioritizing Son as a target for acquisition.'
The contract between Son Heung-min and Tottenham expires in the summer of 2026. For the club, it is practically the last opportunity to receive a transfer fee, and Son has a justification for a new challenge with the aim of winning titles.
He appeared as a substitute in the second half of the UEFA Europa League final for the 2024-2025 season and showed his emotions with tears right after winning. In an interview with 'TNT Sports' at that time, he said, 'I won after 17 years. Now I can be called a legend. Today is the best day of my life.'
Due to the impact of an injury, he missed the final regular season match against Brighton & Hove Albion (1-4 loss), and his playing time significantly decreased at the end of the season, which contributed to the background for changes. The club is now undertaking reinforcement measures considering Son's absence.
Saudi clubs had already proposed a four-year total of $100 million (approximately 185.6 billion won) and an annual salary of $25 million (approximately 46.4 billion won) to Son during the summer of 2023. At that time, Son rejected the offer, saying, 'I still have things to do in the Premier League,' but the situation is different this summer.
According to Sports Bible, Son is currently receiving an offer of approximately $25.3 million (approximately 47.3 billion won), which is more than double his current salary, and if he accepts it, he would rank among the top five earners in the Saudi league. This amount follows Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, Riyad Mahrez, Sadio Mane, and Ivan Toney.
In this regard, his national team senior Lee Cheon-soo recently noted on his personal YouTube channel, 'I think they will bet around 30 to 35 billion won on Heung-min in Saudi Arabia. In about two years, it would be 60 to 70 billion won. Heung-min has shown his performance at the top level in Europe. The country may be Saudi, but the essence is still the European league. It's time to be compensated.'
He continued, 'There are fans who ask why he would go to Saudi, but we must not forget the competitiveness Heung-min has shown over the past 10 years. He has continued to show his fighting spirit despite injuries with the national team. If he goes to Saudi, he will be able to see him more often in the AFC Champions League,' defending the younger player.
Since joining Tottenham, Son Heung-min has recorded 173 goals and 101 assists in 454 matches, earning numerous individual awards including Premier League joint top scorer (2022), PFA Team of the Year selection (2021), and club Player of the Year three times. His achievements also include being the runner-up in the Champions League and League Cup, solidifying his position as one of the most successful foreign forwards in Tottenham's history.
He is currently called up to the South Korean national team, preparing for the 2026 North and Central America World Cup Asian qualifiers against Iraq and Kuwait. However, his playing time is expected to be limited due to a recovering injury.
Tottenham is also in the midst of a whirlwind of changes. Manager Ange Postecoglou is on vacation. In a situation where the club's operating policy for the next season has not yet been organized, Son’s future is receiving even greater attention.
The Telegraph reported, 'While Tottenham is still reveling in the joy of their European victory, they recognize that it is now time for a significant change.' Whether Son will choose a new path once again remains a focal point in the world of football.
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