In the end, the conclusion seems to be a one-year extension.
The British Telegraph said on the 4th (Korea time) that Tottenham will soon launch an option to extend Son’s contract for one year. “Tottenham signed its last contract (four years) with Son Heung-min in July 2021, and the club reportedly has the option to extend the contract for another year,” he said. “Tottenham only needs to let Son know that it is exercising the option to extend the contract. Both Tottenham and Son Heung-min agree to launch the option.”
Son’s current future is a hot potato. Son’s contract with Tottenham expires next summer. Initially, Tottenham reportedly offered to renew his contract with Son. There were constant talks about renewing his contract around Christmas last year. As much as Son loves Tottenham, it seems that the contract will be renewed without difficulty. However, the mood has changed.
The Athletic said, “Son Heung-min is still an integral part of the team. Tottenham will invoke the option of a one-year extension to keep him at the club until 2026. Another British media outlet, 90min, also said, “Tottenham will enter the last year of its contract with Son Heung-min. We will invoke the option to extend this contract until 2026. As news of the renewal of the contract has been delayed, there were even talks that Fenerbahce, a prestigious Turkiye club in which Jose Mourinho is newly appointed, wants Son. Daniel Levy, the chairman of the team, took charge of the deal, but no news has been heard about Son’s renewal.
Son is comparable to Tottenham’s “living legend.” Son left Leverkusen for 30 million euros, the highest transfer fee ever for an Asian player, to join Tottenham in the summer of 2015. Son, who had ups and downs in the 2015-2016 season, his first season, showed great performance from the 2016-2017 season. Son, who established the DESK line with Harry Kane, Dele Alli, and Christian Eriksen, played a key role in Tottenham’s attack by banking on his unique fast speed and powerful shots. He scored double-digit goals for eight consecutive seasons from the 2016-2017 season to the last. Only seven players have scored 10 or more goals for eight consecutive seasons since the inauguration of the EPL in 1992. He became the top scorer in Asia with 23 goals in the 2021-2022 season. He was a top scorer with 100 percent purity without scoring a penalty kick. “Legend” Lee Young-pyo even said, “It was a feat comparable to how mankind landed on the moon.”
Son displayed stellar performance last season as well. He claimed 17 goals and 10 assists, making it 10 goals and 10 assists. Son, who became the first Asian player to achieve the EPL 10-10 (11 goals and 10 assists) in the 2019-2020 season, ranked 10-10 for the third time after the 2020-2021 season (17 goals and 10 assists). Son has risen to the ranks of EPL legends in name and reality. He was on par with Didier Drogba, Lampard, Cantona, Rooney, and Mohamed Salah. “Only six players, including Son, recorded 10 goals and 10 assists in the EPL history,” said Squaka, a statistics firm. “Sonny (Son Heung-min) has been on the legendary list.” Rooney had the most scores of five 10-10s, followed by Cantona and Lampard with four. Drogba and Salah have recorded a total of three times.
Son deserves to be called a legend for his consistency. Son set a record of 400 appearances in an away match against West Ham on Apr. 3. He is the first non-European player and the 14th in Tottenham’s history. He is also one of the best scorers of all time. Give Me Sports ranked Son as the best No. 7 in Tottenham’s history and the best winger in history.
Recently, it seemed to be taking a strand toward a one-year extension. The British Football Transfer reported that ‘Tottenham has made a decision on Son Heung-min’s contract.’ Then, ‘Tottenham is currently focusing on guaranteeing the future of its captain Son Heung-min. Son Heung-min is the best source of income in the team, and his contract is valid until 2025. Son Heung-min also admitted that there is no discussion on a new contract yet, but Tottenham will sign a one-year extension to keep him until 2026, and we can see that they will propose it to prevent him from leaving on a free contract.’
He also said he was looking for a new player. “Mike Moore, a 17-year-old prospect, has grown rapidly and is highly praised, but Tottenham is looking for an experienced winger to compete with Son Heung-min. Daniel Levy’s use of the extended contract clause is a key strategy for the stability of the team, and with this approach, Son Heung-min, a fan favorite, is expected to remain a central figure in the team for a while,” he explained.
The British sports mall made a similar report. “Son Heung-min is the last surviving player who has represented Tottenham before,” he said. “He has no sign of resting at Tottenham, and he scored 17 goals last season as well. Tottenham is reportedly considering securing his future as a priority. Tottenham is preparing to extend at least one year to have Son stay with the team until June 2026.”
Tottenham’s attitude is all the more regrettable for Son Heung-min, who has wanted to remain a club legend. Son has shown his strong affection for Tottenham. When asked at the Tottenham fan forum, “Do you intend to retire from Tottenham?” Son said, “You can’t imagine how happy I will be at Tottenham. However, even if the day comes when I leave this club, I want to see you all smile, and I want to see everyone talk about me as a legend.” In another interview, he said, “I still want to achieve something. It’s not up to me whether I will become a legend of this club or not. I will not call myself a legend because I still want to win here. That’s why I am committed. I think our future is bright with coach Enze Postecoglou and this club. We have to keep improving.”
However, there is still a possibility of renewing the contract.
Son Heung-min is constantly receiving Saudi Arabia’s attention as the renewal issue continues. The British newspaper Hotspur HQ reported that ‘Tottenham superstar Son Heung-min has attracted Saudi Arabia’s attention.’ Hotspur HQ said, ‘Saudi Arabia is still considering recruiting Son Heung-min next summer. Son is one of five big-name players on the recruitment list for Saudi clubs, and they have said they want to improve their recruitment. Saudi Arabia is looking to recruit Son for free, but Tottenham has the option to extend Son’s contract until 2026. When Son turns 33 next summer, Tottenham will have to make a decision if a great offer comes from one of Saudi al-Hilal, al-Nasr, al-ETHAD, and al-Ahli.’
“However, sales are crazy even then. Even though Son is in his 30s, there is no price to his love and leadership for the club and the fans. Son has shown consistent performance. He scored 17 goals last season as well, and he has been showing good performance this season. Son seems to be a player, not money. This is especially true considering the amount of money he has earned over the past 14 years. However, he could be lured by his unprecedented tax exemption and residency closer to his country.”
Saudi Arabia’s interest in Son is not the first. In June last year, Saudi Arabian team Al-Itihad showed interest in Son. The transfer fee alone reached 65 million U.S. dollars. The annual salary was also huge. It was tempting news for Son, who is nearing the end of his career. However, he refused. “If I wanted to go to Saudi Arabia, I wouldn’t be here now (laughs). I love soccer and money is important, but playing in the Premier League is my dream,” Son said after an A match against El Salvador in June. “In the past, (Ki) Sung-yong’s brother also said, “Korea’s captain does not go to China. Money doesn’t matter to me right now.”
Not only Saudi Arabia but also Spain is known to be interested in Son Heung-min. Rumors of a transfer to Atletico Madrid have emerged. Spain’s Pichahes reported that “Atletico Madrid is interested in Son Heung-min.” Pichahes said, “Atletico is one of the busiest teams in the transfer market last summer. Atletico, which brought Julián Álvarez and others, are continuing to work to strengthen the squad. With several names coming to mind, Son Heung-min is the most prominent player.”
He also suggested specific circumstances that there have already been contact with non-public officials. Pichahes said, “Atletico and Son Heung-min’s agent have been contacted. We had informal conversations.” Finally, Pichahes said, “Son Heung-min has turned 32 years old, but he is still performing at the highest level. Above all, his contract term ends in 2025. Son Heung-min has not been able to sign a contract extension with Tottenham until now. Son Heung-min is receiving attention from Saudi Arabia, but he wants to stay in Europe.”
Barcelona also joined the bid to recruit Son. Catalonia Radio said that Barcelona is considering an option to recruit Son as a free agent next summer. “We have nothing on the table yet, but Han Ji-flick will have a positive view on Son.”
Son successfully returned to the team. Son made his comeback in the 10th round of the English Premier League (EPL) of 2024-2025 season between Tottenham and Aston Villa at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on Sunday. He missed recent matches due to his injury. At the fourth minute of the second half, Son helped Brennan Johnson score by scoring a sharp left-footed cross from the left side. He showed fantastic foot dribbling that penetrated two opposing players in the first half, displaying the best performance in his return match in four games.
Son was substituted in the 11th minute of the second half. Gyehwa-myeon showed Son suddenly walking to the bench in bewilderment after receiving a bench call, and expressing his frustration and regret on the bench. Experts also had a slim decision. “He was sharp and looked good today. He will show his best performance when he plays in the 10th position. I was surprised to see him leave the stadium.” Having missed six of the past seven games played by Tottenham after suffering a hamstring injury in September, Son has improved his sense of play by doing well thanks to POSTECH’s consideration.
Tottenham won a landslide 4-1 victory 메이저놀이터. Son successfully returned to the national team. The team will prepare for two consecutive games of North Korea, China and the U.S. in the third qualifying round for the 2026 World Cup in North Korea and the U.S. This month. Coach Hong Myung-bo expressed his determination not to overdo it.
