Son Heung-min (33·Tottenham Hotspur)'s future is becoming increasingly uncertain. The possibility of him staying is gradually decreasing, and the atmosphere is building for a transfer scenario. The decision on whether he will transfer is expected to be made based on the results of a meeting with the newly appointed head coach Thomas Frank.

Transfer market expert Fabrizio Romano noted on the 19th (Korean time) through Give Me Sport that "Son Heung-min has not yet decided on his future," and that he plans to finalize his decision after completing discussions with Coach Frank.

He added, "If former coach Ange Postecoglou had remained, it is highly likely that Son Heung-min would have stayed at Tottenham."

Son Heung-min achieved a significant accomplishment by winning the UEFA Europa League last season, but Tottenham is said not to be planning the new season around him. His contract is valid until 2026, but he can transfer as a free agent next summer. This leads to analyses that this summer is the last opportunity to realize revenue from his transfer.

BBC reported recently that "Son Heung-min has only one year left on his contract, and Saudi Arabian clubs are viewing this situation as an opportunity," adding that "there is a possibility of his transfer occurring before the new Premier League season begins."

Several clubs in Saudi Arabia have expressed great interest in Son Heung-min. Al Hilal, Al Nassr, and Al Qadisiyah have set a transfer fee of £34 million (628 billion won) and are offering a salary package of £25.6 million (472 billion won). These clubs are reportedly actively pursuing him, considering his marketing value and star power.

The Turkish stage is also not exempt from love calls for Son Heung-min. Fenerbahçe, led by José Mourinho, has placed Son Heung-min at the top of its list for acquisitions, and reports have emerged that Mourinho personally requested the signing.

Although rumors of his transfer are rampant, Son Heung-min himself remains tight-lipped. After the match against Kuwait at Seoul World Cup Stadium on the 10th, he stated, "It is not appropriate to speak hastily while the contract period is ongoing," adding, "I believe it is right to observe the situation."

Currently, movements are being detected within Tottenham to secure a replacement for Son Heung-min. According to local reports, Tottenham is internally reviewing its attacking lineup without Son Heung-min and is considering the possibility of acquiring alternatives like Antoine Semenyo or Jack Grealish.

However, from Tottenham's perspective, there is a tendency to finalize Son Heung-min's status after the completion of the preseason Asia tour. Son Heung-min, being a star with significant influence in the Asian market, is expected to play an important role commercially in the tour, which begins at the end of next month.

Since joining Tottenham in 2015, Son Heung-min has established himself as a symbol of the club over the last decade. He has appeared in a total of 454 matches, scoring 173 goals and providing 101 assists, and he is the all-time leading scorer among Asian players in the Premier League, ranking fifth in Tottenham's history for the most goals scored. Since 2023, he has taken on the role of team captain, fulfilling a leadership role.

Ultimately, all choices rest on Son Heung-min's judgment. Whether he will choose to embrace a new challenge or stay and ignite his last spark will significantly impact not only his career but also the future direction of Tottenham.

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