In a historical moment for Asian football, Son Heung-min officially announced his departure from Tottenham Hotspurconcluding a remarkable 10 -year trip to English Premier League.
The news, delivered during a press conference before 2025 Coupang Play Series friendly against Newcastle UnitedRissed through global media, with the BBC, Sky Sports and others that pay homage to the South Korean icon.
“I felt I did everything possible with the victory of the Europa League. I wanted a new motivation in a new environment”, Son declared, confirming that he is currently under discussion with Major League Soccer side Laftc.
Son Heung-minImpact on Tottenham It is monumental. With 454 appearances and 173 goals, it has not only become a legend of the club, but also a global ambassador for Korean football. His mandate includes unforgettable salient points: the 2019 solo objective against Burnleyhis 2020 Fifa Puskás Awardand ending like the Premier LeagueJoint top scorer in 2022 with 23 goals.
Perhaps the peak of his career arrived last season when Son Heung-min captained Tottenham at their first large trophy in 17 years, defeating Manchester United In the UEFA Europa League Final: a moment many consider the distinctive peak of his career.
The BBC called it “One of the most captivating attackers in the history of the Premier League “, While Sky Sports stressed him although Harry Kane It could be the top scorer of all the times of the club, “Son Heung-Min is the one who will be remembered forever.” They also noticed the formidable “Son-Kane” partnership, one of the most effective in Premier League history.
Beyond statistics, Son Heung-minHumanity and humility fascinated him both fans and teammates. He notoriously hosted a Korean barbecue for the team during their 2022 tour and gave personalized gifts to each team member. Sincere and off the pitch, he gained the nickname “Mr. Nice Guy”.
The former teammates echoed this feeling. Kevin Wimmer remembered, “Being with his son has always wanted to walk with a rock: it’s all in Korea, but always so humble.” Midfielder Micky Hazard Added, “It is a real legend, venerated in this region forever.”
His departure triggered a flow of emotions. Fans flooded social media with gifts such as “He shattered the limits for Asian football” AND “Its exit is legendary.” A widely shared comment nicknamed him “The Tottenham goat of our generation.”
While nothing is aimed, Laftc The most probable destination for the Korean captain appears. AS Son Heung-min lift the Europa League Trophy one last time in a Spurs Shirt, leaves not only objectives and glorians, but a legacy that transcends the boundaries.
Sources: BBC, Sky Sports, Xports News, Korean media reports
