Son Heung-min (33, Tottenham Hotspur) faces renewed uncertainty regarding his future. Even right after achieving his first victory on the European stage, his future remains shrouded in fog. As the club's internal contract strategy diverges from Son Heung-min's choices, the possibility of separation is gradually becoming a reality.

The BBC reported on the 18th (Korean time) that "there remains a possibility that Son Heung-min will leave Tottenham before the start of next season. However, the transfer timing may be delayed until after the club's Asia tour," adding, "If Son Heung-min does not participate in the tour, there could be serious disruptions to the schedule and it may also affect the agreements with the hosts."

In May, Son Heung-min led the team to its first European tournament trophy in 41 years in the UEFA Europa League as captain. This trophy was also Son Heung-min's first major title after 15 years in Europe. Although he has established himself as the symbol of the club and a mental leader, his relationship with the club is entering a new phase.

Speculation about his transfer continues. Reports persist that multiple clubs in Saudi Arabia and Fenerbahçe in Turkey are showing interest in acquiring Son Heung-min.

After the national team schedule in June, Son Heung-min told reporters, "I still have a contract left. I think it is the right decision to wait for now," while hinting at uncertainty about his future by adding, "I am curious as well."

The BBC predicts that "if Son Heung-min's transfer goes through, it will be after Tottenham's preseason tour." The team's new manager, Thomas Frank, is also contemplating how to utilize Son Heung-min and internally the guarantee of his starting position remains uncertain.

The Times has shocked fans by reporting on the specifics of the contract matter. According to the report, Tottenham exercised the 'one-year extension option' before Son Heung-min's contract expired in January. As a result, the contract period has been automatically extended until the summer of 2026.

The Times stated, "Tottenham offered Son Heung-min a longer-term contract, but his side rejected it."

It continued, "Ultimately, Tottenham had no choice but to agree to a one-year extension to prevent Son Heung-min from leaving the team as a free agent." Son Heung-min received Tottenham's proposal but chose to keep his options open instead of committing to a long-term contract.

While Son Heung-min's contract has been extended, his heart may already be open to the next stage. An English Premier League top scorer, a European tournament champion, and a captain's armband holder, Son Heung-min has achieved almost everything he could at Tottenham.

There is a high possibility that Son Heung-min's fate will become clearer after the preseason Asia tour concludes in early August.

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