Will Tottenham really have the will to continue with Son Heung-min (33, Tottenham)?
British 'Tribal Football' reported that Tottenham, which has signed Mohammed Kudus, is actively searching for a replacement for Son Heung-min. Tottenham is also targeting Nottingham Forest attacking midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White (25). Gibbs-White has a buyout clause of £60 million (approximately 111.5 billion won). Tottenham is also considering three additional young prospects in case the transfer of Gibbs-White falls through.
Son Heung-min returned to England and joined the team on the 12th. After a long break in Korea, Son Heung-min has completed his recharge. He joined late after requesting understanding from the team due to family issues.
This is a very important time in Son Heung-min's career. The new head coach Thomas Frank has declared a generational change at Tottenham. No matter how much of a legend Son Heung-min is, if he cannot accept a bench role next season, he cannot remain with the team.
Regardless of whether Son Heung-min stays or not, Tottenham has already begun working on replacing him. The three players Tottenham is considering for additional signings all play in Son Heung-min's position.
The three players Tottenham is targeting—Xavi Simons (22, Leipzig), Morgan Rogers (23, Aston Villa), and Eberechi Eze (27, Crystal Palace)—are all young forward resources with proven attacking abilities in big leagues.
Xavi Simons (22, Leipzig) is a versatile player who can cover both the left winger and the No. 10 position. Simons scored 11 goals and provided 8 assists in all matches for Leipzig last season.
'Tribal Football' warned that 'Simons could be the perfect successor to Son Heung-min. If the signing of Morgan Gibbs-White falls through, Simons is a player Tottenham will strongly consider. As a member of the Netherlands national team, he could become a long-term replacement for Son Heung-min, whose future in North London is uncertain.'
Morgan Rogers (23, Aston Villa) is also among the candidates. 'Tribal Football' noted, 'The 22-year-old Rogers could be an excellent alternative to Gibbs-White. He can play from the winger position up front. He received high praise after scoring 14 goals and providing 15 assists in 54 matches last season. This is the reason Tottenham is targeting him.'
It is reported that Aston Villa is demanding more than £100 million (approximately 185.7 billion won) for Rogers. If Tottenham sells Son Heung-min to the Saudi league, they would have the financial room to sign him.
Eberechi Eze (27, Crystal Palace), a forward from Crystal Palace, is also attracting Tottenham's interest. He showcased outstanding performance last season with 14 goals and 11 assists, surpassing Son Heung-min. Son Heung-min has also praised Eze's play significantly in the past.
'Tribal Football' stated, 'Coach Frank positively evaluates Eze. If Gibbs-White does not join, Eze is likely to reappear on Tottenham's radar,' viewing the transfer possibility as high.
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