Son Heung-min (33, Tottenham) is experiencing a major transfer issue, showing signs of serious expansion. Following Saudi Arabia, Turkish clubs are also joining the race to acquire Son, leading to increasing analysis that the possibility of him leaving North London is growing.

The Turkish media outlet Fanatik reported on the 14th (Korean time) that "Fenerbahçe has offered Son Heung-min an annual salary of 12 million euros (18.9 billion won) in the summer transfer market." The possibility of Son moving to Turkey has been discussed since last November. At that time, Galatasaray expressed interest, but negotiations ended early as Tottenham exercised a one-year extension option. However, Galatasaray is still targeting Son, and it has been reported that executives are empowered to make acquisitions.

At the same time, the aggressive approach by Saudi Arabian Professional League clubs is intensifying. In particular, Al-Hilal has set Son as its top target and has entered into serious negotiations. According to Football London, Al-Hilal plans to guarantee an astronomical salary for Son reaching 30 million euros (47.3 billion won).

Al-Hilal recently appointed Simone Inzaghi, the head coach of Inter Milan, and declared a large-scale rebuilding, targeting European stars such as Darwin Núñez and Luis Díaz (both Liverpool), Bernardo Silva (Manchester City), and Jadon Sancho (Manchester United) to strengthen their attack. Son is also positioned in the middle of this list.

Football London’s Alasdair Gold noted that "new head coach Thomas Frank must first address the issues concerning Son and Cristian Romero" when discussing transfer possibilities. Gold remarked that "Son has achieved his long-time goal of winning a trophy with Tottenham and this summer may be the most appropriate time for him to leave North London."

Local Saudi Arabian media are continuing to report actively. Salati stated, "Multiple Saudi clubs are in negotiations with Son's camp, and this summer is considered the virtually last opportunity for Tottenham to make revenue from his transfer." The transfer fee is being discussed at approximately 50 million pounds (93.1 billion won), and given the substantial financial power of Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth funds, there is a notion that it is not a significant burden.

Al Saudi News reported that "Al-Hilal has set Núñez, Díaz, Sancho, and Son as top priority targets," supporting a large-scale squad reform plan.

Regarding the Turkish transfer rumors, Pichahes remarked, "12 million euros is a highly tempting amount for a 32-year-old Son Heung-min," evaluating Son's potential move to Turkey as likely.

There are analyses suggesting that Son's declining value in the transfer market is a realistic assessment considering his age. The Athletic explained, "Wingers typically reach their peak around the age of 26, and their ability to penetrate defenses declines sharply after 30," noting that Son is no exception. In fact, he struggled last season with only 11 goals in 46 matches, and his statistical indicators, such as tackle success rate, have also shown a downward trend.

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