Son Heung-min (33, Tottenham) has narrowed down his options. For now, the United States is not one of them.
The British newspaper The Sun reported on the 5th, 'Son Heung-min is ready to take on a new challenge with a new team. However, he is expected to reject transfer offers from Major League Soccer in the United States. Tottenham will join up with the team next week to undergo a medical test.'
Los Angeles FC of Major League Soccer strongly wanted Son Heung-min. The Sun explained, 'LA FC was interested in Son Heung-min as a replacement for Olivier Giroud, who transferred to Lille. However, for now, the possibility of Son Heung-min moving to the United States is low. For an American team to sign Son Heung-min, it will have to wait until at least January or July of next year.'
Son Heung-min is preparing to participate in next year's North and Central America World Cup. It is highly likely to be his last World Cup. Rumors have circulated that Ange Postecoglou, the head coach, will take him to LAFC.
However, for now, the option of going to the United States seems to be excluded. In that case, the remaining options are Saudi Arabia and Turkey. Son Heung-min has received huge offers from three Saudi clubs. Tottenham also prefers a move to Saudi Arabia, where it can earn the most money. However, Son Heung-min would have to give up the opportunity to play in the top league.
Turkey's Fenerbahce, led by manager José Mourinho, is also being mentioned as a strong destination. Under the manager, who knows Son Heung-min's style well, he could get a lot of playing time. Son Heung-min can prepare to end his playing career honorably.
Son Heung-min will join Tottenham next week to undergo a medical test. His future is likely to be decided in discussions with manager Thomas Frank. Earning £200,000 per week (approximately 340 million won), Son Heung-min has one year left on his contract with Tottenham.
Tottenham is scheduled to hold a friendly match with Newcastle in Seoul on Aug. 3. If Son Heung-min transfers, it is highly likely to be his last game playing for Tottenham.
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