Son Heung-min ‘could LEAVE Tottenham' as club look to cash in for squad transfer overhaul
TOTTENHAM legend Son Heung-min is set to leave the club, according to reports.
The Spurs skipper lifted the Europa League in what could prove to be his final appearance.
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Son Heung-Min looks set to leave Spurs
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Son has been in North London for the last ten years, playing 454 games and scoring 173 goals.
But his time now appears to be up as Tottenham are looking to cash-in on him before his contract expires this time next year.
Clubs from Saudi Arabia are interested in a deal for the Korean winger.
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Chiefs view him as a "recognisable world star" that could boost the Pro League's growth in Asia.
Tottenham triggered a one-year extension in Son's contract in January.
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