Tottenham imposes a cruel decision on Son Heung-min (33, Tottenham), who has devoted 10 years to the team.
Son Heung-min returned to London after taking a break in his home country. He will have his first meeting with manager Thomas Frank. Here, Tottenham wants Son to decide whether to accept a role as a bench candidate for the next season or to seek a transfer.
The signing of Mohammed Kudus has greatly impacted Son's future. The British 'Evening Standard' analyzed on the 12th, "The addition of Mohammed Kudus is the first step towards Tottenham without Son Heung-min. The transfer recruit Kudus is a new option for the right side. On the left, there is the French prospect Mathis Tel. Between these two, Son's place is gradually becoming more limited."
Son Heung-min has certainly passed his prime as a player. Last season, Son recorded 7 goals in the Premier League, the lowest figure since 2016, breaking his streak of nine consecutive seasons with double-digit goals. Son's physical condition has declined, and his explosive speed is no longer there. He also started on the bench in the Europa League final. While he has significant influence as a vocal leader on the team, he cannot be guaranteed a starting position.
'Evening Standard' stated, "Son Heung-min has one year left on his contract. It is now time for both the club and Son to make a choice. Clubs from Saudi Arabia and the U.S. Major League Soccer are reaching out to Son. LAFC is one of them. This is also a time for Son to consider a new challenge. A legend's departure must also be beautiful," putting weight on Son's transfer.
If Son Heung-min has decided to leave Tottenham, now is the right time. With his victory in the Europa League, he has ascended to the ranks of the club's eternal legends. Leaving now could yield a significant transfer fee for Tottenham.
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