Son Heung-min Confirms Tottenham Hotspur Departure After Decade-Long Tenure
Tottenham captain Son Heung-min confirms his departure after 10 years, calling it his most difficult decision. He is considering moves to the US or Saudi Arabia.
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Overview
- Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min has officially confirmed his departure from the Premier League club this summer, marking the end of a significant decade-long tenure.
- Son described his decision to leave Tottenham as the most difficult of his professional career, highlighting the emotional weight of ending his long association with the club.
- The South Korean forward is reportedly considering potential moves to clubs in the United States or Saudi Arabia, exploring new opportunities after his time in the Premier League.
- During his 10 years at Tottenham Hotspur, Son Heung-min was a prolific scorer, netting an impressive 173 goals in 454 matches across all competitions.
- Son's departure marks a significant change for Tottenham, as the club loses its captain and a key attacking force who has been central to their squad for a decade.
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Son Heung-min stated that he had achieved everything he could at Tottenham and needed a new environment for a fresh challenge, making his departure the most difficult decision of his career.
Son Heung-min is reportedly considering moves to clubs in the United States, with LAFC heavily linked, or Saudi Arabia, as he explores new opportunities beyond the Premier League.
Son Heung-min scored 173 goals and provided 101 assists in 454 competitive matches over his 10-year tenure, becoming one of the Premier League's biggest stars and captaining the team to their first European title in 41 years.
Son Heung-min could make his final appearance for Tottenham against Newcastle United during the club's pre-season fixture in Seoul at the Seoul World Cup Stadium, in front of strong South Korean support on August 3, 2025.
Son reflected that he arrived at Tottenham as a 23-year-old who did not speak English well and is leaving as a grown man, proud of his personal and professional growth at the club over the decade.
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