02 Aug 2025, 14:05
Son Heung-min remains at Tottenham after 10 years
- Son Heung-min announced his decision to stay with Tottenham after 10 years.
- The footballer confirmed interest in moving to Los Angeles FC.
- Tottenham is experiencing significant changes following the departure of key players.
Son Heung-min, the South Korean footballer, announced his decision to remain with Tottenham Hotspur after a decade at the club. During a press conference, which took place on September 2, 2025, he acknowledged that this was the most difficult decision of his career.
After Tottenham won the UEFA League in the spring, Son returned to South Korea for a friendly match against Newcastle, which became an emotional farewell. He expressed gratitude to the club and fans, emphasizing that he needed a new challenge in his career.
Son became a club legend, finishing his journey with 454 matches and 173 goals. He was the first Asian player to become the highest-paid signing in Premier League history, having moved to Tottenham from Bayer Leverkusen in 2015.
Son confirmed that he intends to transition to Los Angeles FC, where he will play alongside his former teammate Hugo Lloris. This decision came after three months of deliberation, and he noted that it was time for new challenges.
The club is already undergoing significant changes, including the departure of Son and Harry Kane, who is making this period a true end of an era for Tottenham.
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