When will Yang Min-hyeok (19, QPR) be seen in the Premier League?

Queens Park Rangers (QPR) lost 1-2 to Middlesbrough in the 37th round of the 2024-2025 Championship (second division) held at the Riverside Stadium in Middlesbrough, England, on the 12th (Korean time). QPR (11 wins, 11 draws, 15 losses, 44 points) is 14th in the league.

Yang Min-hyeok, who started for the third consecutive match, could not make any notable impacts. As a result, he was substituted for Paul Smith at the start of the second half. On that day, Yang Min-hyeok did not register a single shot.

According to the football site 'Footmob', Yang Min-hyeok recorded a pass success rate of 87% (13 out of 15 attempts) and had one key pass. 'West London Sports' awarded Yang Min-hyeok a low rating of 5.

Although Yang Min-hyeok is struggling on the British stage, his potential is being recognized. Since joining QPR, Yang Min-hyeok has garnered attention by recording assists. He has yet to score his debut goal.

'OneFootball' highlighted Yang Min-hyeok's performances in the K League while noting his potential for success on the British stage. 'OneFootball' stated, 'Yang Min-hyeok is a teenager who has taken the K League by storm as a semi-professional. He successfully completed the 2024 season and joined Tottenham. Yang Min-hyeok was awarded the Young Player of the Month award in Korea. Consequently, Gangwon signed a formal contract with him,' introducing his journey in Korea.

In a higher level of competition, Yang Min-hyeok must always overcome pressure and competition. If he performs as he did in Korea, the likelihood of his success is high.

'OneFootball' expressed, 'From the moment the news of Yang Min-hyeok's joining Tottenham emerged, he won the Young Player of the Month award for three consecutive months. He showed goals and assists against Jeonbuk while with Gangwon. His buildup play is sharp, and his touch is good. He is a player who scores with daring shots.'

Tottenham fans believe in and await Yang Min-hyeok's growth. A Tottenham fan noted, 'Yang Min-hyeok may not yet meet the standards of the Premier League, but he was a player who scored high-quality goals in Korea. I look forward to the day he plays in a Tottenham jersey on Christmas.'

[OSEN = Reporter Seo Jeong-hwan]