'Most Difficult Decision Of My Life': Son Heung-Min Set To Depart Tottenham
South Korean superstar Son informed Tottenham of his desire to find pastures anew, brining an end to a decade-long spell with the London outfit.
South Korean superstar Heung Min Son has informed Premier League club Tottenham his desire to find pastures anew, brining an end to a decade-long spell with the London outfit.
Son helmed the Spurs side that ended a 17-year trophy drought as the Londoners got the better of fellow PL side Mancheter United in the final of the UEFA Europa League in the 2024/25 season.
'I have asked to leave Spurs," the 33-year-old said.
'My decision has been made, I did my best here and I need a fresh challenge now," the Korean elaborated.
'I came to north London as a kid. A boy who couldn't speak English. I leave this club as a young man," he said reflecting on his journey with the English Capital City side.
'Thanks to all the Spurs fans who have given me so much love," he added.
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