Son Heung-min remains at Tottenham despite Bayern transfer rumors heating up

Son Heung-min (33, Tottenham) is still in consolidation with Bayern Munich. However, major British media outlets that mainly cover Tottenham did not include his name on the expected summer release list.

The British media 'CaughtOffside' reported on the 3rd (Korean time), 'Tottenham could lose another star player to Bayern.'

The 'another star player' mentioned here refers to Son Heung-min.

The media noted, 'In recent years, Tottenham has sent two key players to Bayern. Harry Kane and Eric Dier have headed to Bayern, and they are challenging for the Bundesliga title under manager Vincent Kompany. The two players have not experienced league victory at Tottenham. However, they have a good chance of winning their first league title medal at Bayern.' They also stated, 'Bayern has been active in acquiring Premier League players. In the past, Leroy Sané was signed from Manchester City, and Sadio Mané (now at Al Nassr) was brought in from Liverpool. Last summer, Michael Olise was acquired from Crystal Palace. Now, they aim to target another forward who has played in the Premier League for an extended period. Bayern is ready to offer Son Heung-min the opportunity to open a new chapter in his career.'

Earlier, on the 27th of last month, the British media 'The Hard Tackle' also reported, 'Bayern is considering acquiring Tottenham's captain Son Heung-min. They want to strengthen their attack in preparation for the next season.'

The media reported, 'There is a possibility that Son Heung-min will leave Tottenham after the 2024-2025 season. He has entered the latter stage of his playing career and may seek a challenge on a bigger stage. Bayern will be one of the teams that wants to acquire Son Heung-min.'

It added, 'The lack of trophies and the absence of a clear project could be determining factors in Son Heung-min's transfer. Manager Kompany wants an experienced forward. In that regard, Son Heung-min is a fit. He also possesses great speed and decision-making ability. Additionally, he has experience playing with Hamburg and Bayer Leverkusen, so he is expected to adapt quickly to the German stage.'

It further stated, 'Bayern can offer Son Heung-min the opportunity to compete in the Bundesliga and UEFA Champions League.'

Another foreign media outlet, 'Sports Mole,' also cited the Spanish media 'Pichajes,' reporting, 'There is a possibility that Bayern will push to acquire Son Heung-min. Son Heung-min also wants to transfer to a team with greater objectives.'

The Spanish media 'Pichajes' also reported, 'There is a possibility that Bayern will push to acquire Son Heung-min. Son Heung-min also wants to transfer to a team with greater objectives.'

Tottenham is currently remaining in 13th place in the Premier League. The gap in points with 4th place Manchester City is 14, making it difficult to qualify for the Champions League. Winning the Europa League would be a realistic way to enter European competitions, but considering league performance, many see that the chances of winning are slim.

Given this situation, there is speculation that Son Heung-min may seek a new team for a higher objective.

If Son Heung-min transfers to Bayern, he could reunite with Kane, who left Tottenham for Bayern right before last season.

Kane is a 'legend' who scored 213 goals in the Premier League during 11 seasons at Tottenham. He ranks second all-time in Premier League scoring but has never experienced victory at Tottenham. Eventually, he left for Bayern in pursuit of trophies.

Son Heung-min has recorded 126 goals in the Premier League, ranking joint 17th in league history. He has yet to find a victory.

'Sports Mole' predicted, 'If Son Heung-min transfers to Bayern this summer, he is likely to lift his first trophy. Bayern has won the Bundesliga title 11 times in the past 12 seasons.'

Kane and Son Heung-min showcased fantastic synergy during their time at Tottenham, earning the nickname 'soul duo.' The two players combined for 47 goals in the Premier League, surpassing the previous record held by Frank Lampard and Didier Drogba (36 goals). Son Heung-min recorded 24 goals and 23 assists, while Kane had 23 goals and 24 assists.

Moreover, the two players played an important role in each other's top scorer achievements. Kane has been a Premier League top scorer three times alongside Son Heung-min. Son Heung-min was the first Asian player to win the Golden Boot (top scorer) in the 2021-2022 season.

The eight-year connection between Son Heung-min and Kane ended as Kane transferred to Bayern.

Currently, Son Heung-min is leading the team as captain at Tottenham. He is spearheading the attack alongside Dominic Solanke, Dejan Kulusevski, Brennan Johnson, Richarlison, and Timo Werner, but has yet to find a partner like Kane.

In the past, Kane has made remarks that suggest he misses Son Heung-min at Bayern.

According to German media 'Bild' last December, Kane responded, 'Son Heung-min' when asked at a fan meeting, 'Which Tottenham player would you like to play with at Bayern?'

Furthermore, the German local newspaper 'Augsburger Allgemeine' reported that Kane requested Bayern director Max Eberl to acquire Son Heung-min, with whom he had a fantastic partnership at his former club.

Although Son Heung-min is consistently in consolidation with Bayern, Alasdair Gold of the British outlet 'Football London,' which primarily covers Tottenham and boasts high credibility, does not expect Son Heung-min to be on the projected summer release list.

'Football London' reporter specializing in Tottenham predicted on the 3rd what players Tottenham would sell in the summer transfer market.

Reporter Gold predicted that Yves Bissouma (midfielder), Sergio Reguilón (defender), Richarlison, Bryan Gil, and Timo Werner (all forwards), as well as Fraser Forster and Alfie Whiteman (both goalkeepers), would leave.

He stated, '(Since the summer of 2023) after manager Ange Postecoglou took charge of Tottenham, the team has undergone a rapid generational shift. Many young players were brought in, and experienced high-salary players departed the team. However, serious injury problems throughout the season have resulted in poor team performance this season,' he said, 'Postecoglou's future is expected to be decided after this season, but regardless of who the manager is next season, a roster overhaul for Tottenham seems likely this summer. There is a high possibility that key players will leave the team, and promising players who have not settled will also move on.'

Son Heung-min is included among the 'key players,' but reporter Gold does not expect him to leave the team this coming summer.

[OSEN = No Jin-ju Reporter]