Son Heung-min (33, Tottenham Hotspur) stands at a significant turning point. As rumors of a return to his former team Bayer Leverkusen circulate alongside huge offers from Saudi Arabian clubs, this summer is set to be a crucial crossroads in Son's career.

The Telegraph analyzed, 'Tottenham is considering Son's transfer as part of squad restructuring and financial stabilization efforts, and this summer could be the last realistic opportunity to generate revenue from a transfer.'

Jamie O'Hara, a former Tottenham player, showed a similar stance. He has consistently provided sharp assessments of Son Heung-min and noted this time, 'Son Heung-min can no longer keep up with the pace of the Premier League,' arguing for the necessity of a transfer.

O'Hara said in an interview with UK outlet FourFourTwo, 'Son Heung-min has been a dedicated player, but it is now time for him to move to a slower league. He has achieved enough at Tottenham and needs to embrace change.'

He added, 'Like Ryan Giggs, he could smoothly transition by changing positions, but now is the optimal time for Son Heung-min to choose a new challenge.'

Meanwhile, the interest from Saudi clubs is becoming more concrete. Talksport reported, 'Al Ahli, Al Nassr, and Al Qadisiyah are all hoping to sign Son Heung-min, with a proposed transfer fee of 40 million euros (63 billion won) and an annual salary of 30 million euros (43 billion won).'

This is an offer that could allow Son Heung-min to secure financial gain as his playing career draws to a close.

The Times explained, 'Saudi Arabian clubs are keen on acquiring star players from specific countries this summer, particularly as part of a strategy to sell broadcasting rights in the Far East. Son Heung-min could hold higher value due to the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Champions League (ACL) requirement that includes foreign players with Asian nationality. He is linked with Al Hilal, the runners-up in the Saudi Pro League, and Al Nassr, which features Cristiano Ronaldo.'

Locally, it is already expected that Son Heung-min will leave the team, and he has been excluded from the projected starting lineup for next season. There are even shocking claims that, if he stays, it could only be in a bench role.

'Frank, the manager, has no intention of getting rid of Son Heung-min, but he also has no plans to give him much playing time,' reported The Boy Hotspur.

Son Heung-min's future plans seem likely to be decided after a meeting with new manager Thomas Frank. He is set to meet Frank for the first time during Tottenham's training in the second week of July. If a transfer does materialize, he is likely to follow up the visit to Korea in August with farewell steps from Tottenham.

For now, Son Heung-min's own will is expected to be the decisive factor. The choice between continuing to challenge on the European stage or opting for economic compensation is imminent.

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