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The English Premier League (EPL) recalled Son Heung-min's legacy as a record and remembered it as a `legend.'
Son Heung-min declared his farewell to Tottenham at an official press conference held at TWO IFC in Yeouido, Seoul on the 2nd. "I have one thing to tell you," he said. "In a way, it didn't seem like an easy decision. Decided to leave the team this summer. I think I need to say something about this" he said. Son Heung-min appeared emotional for a moment.
The walk is EPL history. Son built his nest in Tottenham in August 2015. Ten years of companionship had a happy ending. He stayed with the persuasion of former coach Mauricio Pochettino at a time when he was about to leave the team a year after joining Tottenham. Since then, he has formed a deadly partnership with Harry Kane (Bayern Munich). Son scored 47 goals with Kane. It is by far the number one offensive combination in the history of the English Premier League (EPL).
In 2019, he was disappointed in the final of the European Champions League. In 2020, he was honored with the FIFA Pushkas Award for his 72m wonder goal against Burnley, and in the 2021-2022 season, he won the EPL Golden Boot (23 goals). Both the EPL's top scorer and the Pushkas Prize are the first and only milestone to date for an Asian player.
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The 2024-2025 season was the peak of the fire dragon. Son Heung-min lifted the trophy in the Europa League (UEL) as captain. It was the first time in 17 years since the top of the league cup in the 2007-2008 season. The European tournament was the first championship in 41 years since the 1983-1984 season.
He played in 454 matches for Tottenham, scoring 173 goals and 101 assists. The EPL said, `The fact that Son Heung-min will not remain as a Tottenham player is unacceptable to fans. "Not only did he win the UEL, but he also left the team solidifying his legacy thanks to his stellar performance with 127 goals and 71 assists in the Premier League alone for 10 years."
Son's 127 goals rank 16th in EPL history and 71 assists rank 17th. His 198 offensive points rank 13th. Only seven players, including Son Heung-min, are in the top 20 in total goals and assists.
The EPL said, `The fact that Son Heung-min is one of seven players suggests a lot. Uncontroversial legends such as Wayne Rooney, Thierry Henry, Frank Lampard, Andrew Cole, Teddy Sheringham and Mohamed Salah are joined together. Statistical evidence alone shows that we witnessed greatness' he stressed.
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It is even greater if Son Heung-min narrows down since his debut in the 2015-2016 season. Only Salah (270) and Kane (231), who scored more goals and assists than Son Heung-min.
He also broke down the stereotypes of Asian athletes. The EPL said, `Son Heung-min's most remarkable influence may be his influence on the EPL as the first Asian superstar. His pure talent helped to change the perception of Asian soccer players. Son's talent paved the way for widespread public awareness that recruiting Asian players is not just about diligence, he added.
Son Heung-min is close to moving to LA FC in the U.S. Major League Soccer (MLS). Fabrizio Romano, an expert in the European transfer market, shouted "Here We GO SOON" on the 3rd (Korea time). He said on his SNS account that Son Heung-min will become the new LA FC star player in MLS. He has decided to continue his career in the U.S., and is in the final stages of negotiations on personal terms. A deal is likely to be reached shortly,' it said.
Son Heung-min also hinted at going to the U.S. Asked about the criteria for selecting a new team, the World Cup is the most important. It could be my last World Cup. I think we should be able to put everything into it"Most importantly, I wonder if the place I can happily pursue will play an important role in my future choices. I'm trying to organize my mind," he stressed. The 2026 North-China World Cup will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. The main among them is the U.S.
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Tottenham Son Heung-min to leave the team this summer
(Seoul = Yonhap News) Reporter Shin Hyun-woo = English professional football Tottenham Son Heung-min attends the 2025 Coupang Play Series press conference held at the IFC The Forum in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul on the 2nd.
In a separate statement before the press conference, Son Heung-min decided to leave the team this summer" he announced. 2025.8.2 |
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Tottenham manager Thomas Frank-Son Heung-min, Coupang Play series commemorative photo
(Seoul = Yonhap News) reporter Shin Hyun-woo = Tottenham manager Thomas Frank (left) and Son Heung-min attend the 2025 Coupang Play series press conference held at the IFC The Forum in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul on the 2nd and take a commemorative photo.
In a separate statement before the press conference, Son Heung-min decided to leave the team this summer" he announced. 2025.8.2 |
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Tottenham will play two games against Newcastle United '2025 Coupang Play Series' at Seoul World Cup Stadium at 8 p.m. on the 3rd. It is a de facto farewell match for Son Heung-min.
Director Frank promised 'Legendary Treatment' He said, `Son Heung-min will start wearing the captain's armband. It may or may not be the final game. The club will treat him and give him an opportunity to be respected."
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe also said Son Heung-min is one of the "EPL legends." We had a lot of fights. He was a professional all about speed, determination, and greed for goals. The most difficult thing for players is to do it for a long time. He is a great player. I've never taught him in person, but I think he's an amazing player," he praised.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
