The next target for coach Ange Postecoglou is the legend Son Heung-min (33, Tottenham).
Tottenham announced the dismissal of Postecoglou on the club's official website on the 7th. Tottenham explained, "We announce that Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties. Winning the UEFA Europa League this season is one of the very great moments, but we cannot make decisions based on emotions. We wish him the best for the future."
Chairman Daniel Levy made the decision. Levy reportedly visited the Bahamas to meet with members of the Lewis family, the club's major shareholders, to obtain permission for Postecoglou's dismissal. Subsequently, it is known that Levy made the decision unilaterally.
Following Postecoglou's dismissal, Son Heung-min expressed gratitude on social media. Son said, "The coach changed the future of this club. From the beginning, he believed in ourselves and never wavered for a single moment. You did it your way. Thanks to you, our club had its best night in decades. I will cherish the memories for a lifetime."
He added, "The coach entrusted me with the captaincy. It was the greatest honor of my career. It was truly an honor to learn leadership up close from the coach. Thanks to him, I have become a better player and a better person. You are an eternal legend of Tottenham Hotspur."
However, there are warnings that Chairman Levy might cut Son Heung-min following coach Postecoglou. Tottenham Hotspur News reported on the 8th, "There are rumors that Son Heung-min could be next after Postecoglou. Recently, there have been ongoing transfer rumors about Son. Reports suggest the Korean star could go to Saudi Arabia. Tottenham is likely to accept a substantial offer for the captain."
British media report that the possibility of Son's transfer is high. Former Tottenham scout Brian Keane said in an interview with Tottenham News, "Tottenham has no hesitation in accepting a £100 million (about 110 billion won) offer for Son Heung-min," regarding the high likelihood of a transfer.
Ultimately, Chairman Levy intends to exchange Son Heung-min, the main player who won the UEFA Europa League, for a large sum of money. A collective backlash from Tottenham fans is expected.
Tottenham Hotspur News noted, "Many fans will be shocked at the thought of losing Son Heung-min. Despite his deteriorating physical condition, Son contributed to the UEFA Europa League victory. He also had moments when he became the Premier League's top scorer by scoring 23 goals. However, Levy will not miss the last chance to sell Son and secure a large sum of money."
It continued, "If Son, who has a significant influence among the coach and players, leaves, it will be a tremendous blow. Tottenham will struggle to reorganize the squad for the new season."
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