I can't wait any longer! Son Heung-min's official successor Simmons is expected to play against West Ham on the 14th, wearing No. 7

Aug 31, 2025

I can't wait any longer! Son Heung-min's official successor Simmons is expected to play against West Ham on the 14th, wearing No. 7
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I can't wait any longer! Son Heung-min's official successor Simmons is expected to play against West Ham on the 14th, wearing No. 7
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'I can't wait any longer!

Tottenham Hotspur brought Xavi Simmons as the successor to take over the '7' that Son Heung-min left behind after a long struggle. However, despite having the same '7', it is unclear whether he will be able to become the real 'Son Heung-min's successor'. The reality is that negative evaluations are already coming out that there is no substitute for Son Heung-min.

In the meantime, Simmons unveiled his Tottenham debut schedule, saying, `I can't wait anymore.' It is an away match against West Ham United in the fourth round of the English Premier League (EPL) in the 2025-2026 season, which will be held on the 14th. Simmons' real value is expected to be proven through this game. Whether Tottenham has brought in a proper successor to Son Heung-min or recruited a player who is not good enough due to the closing of the transfer market as a `Panic Bying' is determined.




British media TBR Football announced on the 31st (Korea time) "When Simmons will make his debut at Tottenham." He is looking forward to his debut match, saying, `I can't wait any longer.'," he reported.

Simmons visited the site to watch the F1 Grand Prix in Zandvoort, the Netherlands. He met with an F1 reporter at the scene and conducted a surprise interview, where he revealed his Tottenham debut schedule.

I can't wait any longer! Son Heung-min's official successor Simmons is expected to play against West Ham on the 14th, wearing No. 7
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The on-site reporter asked Simmons the first question, "'Tottenham lost yesterday, did you watch the game?' Then Simmons "I watched with my family. I'm happy to be able to run like this. I'm looking forward to (the debut)." Rather than feeling sorry for the team's defeat, he seems to be wet with the feeling of moving to Tottenham.




Then, when the reporter asked "I think the debut match will be against West Ham on the 14th, what do you think?" Simmons replied "Yes." I can't wait to play in the Premier League anymore. I'm really looking forward to it and I'm happy." As a result, Simmons' Tottenham debut match was confirmed against West Ham in the fourth round of the EPL on the 14th, unless something unexpected happens.

Contrary to Simmons' expectations, the British local media's view is very calm. Let's see if Simmons can fill Son Heung-min's gap well. That's inevitable because Son Heung-min's role, which has been a key player for Tottenham over the past decade, is not easily replaceable.

Tottenham has been pushing to recruit a successor since Son Heung-min left. However, it has repeatedly failed I was only able to bring Simmons in at the end of the transfer window.




Tottenham officially announced the recruitment of Simmons, an attacking midfielder from the Netherlands, on the 30th. He then added '7' to Simmons. 'Tottenham's No.7' is the number Son Heung-min has been wearing for the past 10 years. It is true that Son Heung-min left such a strong impact and achievement that there was even a discussion about 'permanent cancellation number'.

I can't wait any longer! Son Heung-min's official successor Simmons is expected to play against West Ham on the 14th, wearing No. 7
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I can't wait any longer! Son Heung-min's official successor Simmons is expected to play against West Ham on the 14th, wearing No. 7
TBR풋볼 기사캡쳐
But Tottenham gave Simmons, who was born in 2003, the number. First of all, the quality seems to be great. Simmons, from the Netherlands, has played in the national team by age and has been representing A since 2022. During his youth career, he played for FC Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. Simmons, who made his professional debut with PSG in 2021, played for Eindhoven in the Netherlands in the 2022-2023 season before returning to PSG in July 2023.

However, it was immediately re-rented to Leipzig and transferred completely earlier this year. In the 2024-2025 season, he scored 10 goals and 7 assists in the Bundesliga and was recognized for his ability.

Most of the respondents say that he is good in quality, but not as good as Son Heung-min. Another factor of anxiety is that it is the first EPL stage. The British media Football London said shortly after Tottenham hired Simmons that `Simmons can be used on both wings, but Tottenham still needs a new winger.'"We need to find a replacement for Son Heung-min, and Tottenham need to recruit a new player who can provide adequate support to coach Frank." he insisted.

I can't wait any longer! Son Heung-min's official successor Simmons is expected to play against West Ham on the 14th, wearing No. 7
TBR풋볼 기사캡쳐
In other words, Simmons is still not good enough as a true replacement for Son Heung-min. In the end, Simmons must prove his true worth through the match against West Ham. Tottenham lost 0-1 to Bournemouth in the third round and suffered its first defeat after two consecutive wins. Coach Thomas Frank, who was on a roll, is finally put to the test. If Simmons leads the game against West Ham, he is expected to be recognized as the "true 7th successor". But if he fails to stop Tottenham's losing streak, he could face great criticism.





This article was translated by Naver AI translator.