Saudi Arabia's interest in Son Heung-min (33, Tottenham Hotspur) is resurfacing. His age, contract situation, and recent championship history are aligning, making the possibility of a transfer increasingly tangible.

Sky Sports reported on the 6th (Korean time) that "Tottenham may consider transfers positively if a significant offer arrives for Son Heung-min."

It continued, "Saudi Arabian clubs have approached Son Heung-min once again to acquire him, and Tottenham is now in a position to not block his wishes this time."

The Saudi Arabian professional league has shaken the market landscape in recent years by acquiring star players. With big names like Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, and N'Golo Kanté flowing in, Son Heung-min has also emerged as a key target for acquisition.

In fact, Son Heung-min already received an offer from Al Ittihad last year. At that time, he declined due to his desire to challenge for the championship in the Premier League. However, the situation is different this time. Son Heung-min has missed several games recently due to hamstring and foot injuries, and he only has one year left on his contract with Tottenham. He is also nearing the twilight of his career.

Although he has not performed as well in the league this season (30 matches, 7 goals), Son Heung-min led Tottenham to their first championship in 17 years on the European stage. He became the first Asian player to lift a historic trophy as the captain of Tottenham by reaching the final of the UEFA Europa League. This victory marks his first major championship in 15 years.

Now, all variables surrounding Son Heung-min are being recalibrated. He extended his contract with Tottenham until 2026 by activating a one-year extension option last January, but it cannot be ruled out that this may be his 'final contract.'

In a situation where coach Ange Postecoglou's future is uncertain, Son Heung-min's position in the team's rebuilding process remains unknown. Amid the shift toward younger players, he is transitioning from being evaluated as a 'legendary captain' to now being seen as an 'asset' of the club.

Alasdair Gold of Football London noted, "Son Heung-min has closed one chapter with this victory. He may choose to stay with Tottenham and start anew, but conversely, he also has ample reasons to say goodbye," keeping the possibility of a transfer open.

Multiple British media outlets, including BBC, Telegraph, and The Sun, are identifying Son Heung-min as a key acquisition target for the Saudi Arabian league this summer. The Telegraph suggested, "If Tottenham transfers Son Heung-min, they could secure significant funds," indicating that internal concerns within Tottenham are deepening.

ESPN analyzed, "Son Heung-min is an iconic figure not only in the Asian market but as a global brand. The fact that the Saudi Arabian league wants him goes beyond mere enhancement of its strength."

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