Top Journalist says Tottenham have told £190,000-a-week star he can leave this summer
Journalist says Tottenham have told £190,000-a-week star he can leave this summer
Son Heung-min Could Be Set for a Shock Exit as Tottenham Hotspur Entertain Offers for Club Legend
Son Heung-min’s illustrious nine-year spell at Tottenham Hotspur may be approaching its final chapter, with growing reports suggesting the North London club is open to the idea of selling their long-serving captain this summer. The South Korean international, who has been a central figure at Spurs since joining in 2015, could be sacrificed as the club undergoes a significant squad overhaul under new leadership.
According to TBR Football, Tottenham are willing to consider offers for the 33-year-old forward, particularly if they successfully land one of their priority attacking targets in the current transfer window. Son, who still has a year remaining on his contract, was surprisingly benched during Spurs’ 2-1 victory over Manchester United in the Europa League final in May—a result that ended the club’s 17-year wait for silverware.
The speculation around Son’s future has only intensified following the recent appointment of Thomas Frank as Tottenham’s new head coach. Frank replaced Ange Postecoglou after the Australian manager was dismissed following a disastrous Premier League campaign that saw Spurs slump to a dismal 17th-place finish.
In his first press conference since taking the reins, Frank remained deliberately vague when asked about Son’s status and future role in the team. Speaking to The Standard, he said:
> “If a player has been at a club a long time, then there will always be a decision for the club to take.”
Spurs Ready to Cash In on Son
Despite being one of the most recognizable faces at the club and a fan favorite around the world—especially across Asia—Son is reportedly no longer considered indispensable by Tottenham’s decision-makers. Sources close to the club suggest that the forward is “aware he can leave” should the right offer come in, and that he is no longer central to the club’s long-term plans under Frank.
Football insider Graeme Bailey, speaking to TBR Football, noted that Son’s situation is directly tied to Spurs’ current recruitment strategy. The club recently secured the services of Ghanaian forward Mohammed Kudus in a £55 million move from West Ham United, and they remain keen on bringing in another attacker—Yoane Wissa, a player Thomas Frank previously managed and admired during their time together at Brentford.
Bailey explained:
“He’s aware that he can leave if there’s a suitable offer. He’s not a cornerstone of what Tottenham are planning going forward. We know Tottenham have brought in Kudus, and they still want to sign Wissa.”
Son, who is reportedly earning around £190,000 per week, joined Tottenham from Bayer Leverkusen for a then-club-record fee of £22 million in 2015. Over nearly a decade, he has established himself as one of the Premier League’s most dangerous forwards, forming a deadly partnership with former teammate Harry Kane. His contributions have been numerous, including a shared Golden Boot with Mohamed Salah in the 2021/22 campaign.
Yet, last season was one of his more underwhelming campaigns in a Spurs shirt. Despite managing a respectable 16 goal contributions in 30 league appearances, his performances were often inconsistent, and his influence waned as the season progressed. His demotion to the bench in the Europa League final hinted at a changing of the guard, and his leadership may no longer be enough to guarantee a spot in the starting XI.
Departure Not Imminent—But Very Much on the Table
While a transfer does not appear imminent—especially with Spurs currently on a lucrative pre-season tour in Asia where Son remains a massive draw—the signs point toward a summer exit still being a very real possibility. The club is not expected to return to North London until August 8, and any deal involving Son would likely need to be negotiated carefully, given the commercial and cultural value he holds for the club across the continent.
Still, Thomas Frank now has a number of younger and versatile options available to him in wide positions, including teenage sensation Mikey Moore, Bayern Munich loanee Mathys Tel, Brazilian forward Richarlison, and the recently acquired Wilson Odobert. With this influx of talent and a clear strategy aimed at rejuvenating the squad, it’s clear Tottenham are preparing for a future that may no longer include Son.
Bailey concluded:
“He’s definitely available to go, and there are a few options out there for him. But he’s not a key part of Tottenham’s plans going forward.”
While Son’s departure would certainly mark the end of an era at Tottenham Hotspur, it could also symbolize the dawn of a new one—led by fresh ideas, younger stars, and a redefined tactical identity under Thomas Frank. Whether Son stays on for one final season or embarks on a new challenge elsewhere, the coming weeks are set to be crucial in determining the legacy and future of one of Tottenham’s greatest modern-day icons.