As Tottenham prepare for their lucrative pre-season tour of Asia, questions surrounding the future of club captain Son Heung-min refuse to go away
The future of Tottenham Hotspur’s captain, Son Heung-min, is hanging in the balance as the summer transfer window heats up. With only 12 months remaining on his current contract, and lucrative offers from Saudi Arabian clubs reportedly in the works, Spurs are entering a delicate phase in their relationship with one of their all-time greats.
While a departure this summer remains possible, any move is unlikely to materialize before Spurs complete their upcoming tour of South Korea and Hong Kong. Son, a national icon, is central to the club’s commercial appeal in Asia. His scheduled participation in matches and off-pitch activities has been heavily factored into Tottenham’s marketing and sponsorship plans.
Sources suggest Spurs would only consider an offer well above Son’s valuation before the tour, underscoring his importance both on and off the pitch. Meanwhile, new head coach Thomas Frank is beginning to shape his squad, with reinforcements like Mathys Tel already secured and Bryan Mbeumo on the radar.
Son’s 173 goals in 454 appearances, and his recent role in lifting Tottenham’s first European trophy in over four decades, have cemented his legacy. Whether that legacy concludes this summer—or after one final season—remains to be seen. For now, the waiting game continues, and all eyes are on Son and Spurs as the September 1 transfer deadline looms.