Yang Min-hyeok (19, Queens Park Rangers) is learning as he breaks through.

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

Yang Min-hyeok started for the third consecutive game. However, he could not maintain a good performance. According to the football site 'Footmob,' Yang Min-hyeok recorded a passing accuracy of 87% (13 out of 15 passes) and had 1 key pass. 'West London Sport' gave Yang Min-hyeok a low rating of 5.

Ultimately, Yang Min-hyeok played only in the first half and was substituted for Paul Smith at the start of the second half. He did not record a single shot on that day.

Yang Min-hyeok is facing difficulties on the British stage. He has not played a single game with Tottenham. After transferring to QPR, he has fortunately been getting consistent opportunities. Yang Min-hyeok recorded an assist after joining QPR, but he has yet to score his debut goal.

It is true that British fans are disappointed with Yang Min-hyeok's performance, but they are consistently waiting and not giving up hope.

A Tottenham fan commented on an article about Yang Min-hyeok, saying, "Yang Min-hyeok may not yet meet the standards of the Premier League, but he was a player who scored high goals in Korea. I look forward to the day he plays in a Tottenham jersey on Christmas."

Just last season, Yang Min-hyeok was causing a stir in the K League as a high school student. Challenging in England just a year later is no small feat. At the higher level of the British stage, Yang Min-hyeok must always overcome pressure and competition. If he continues to perform as he did in Korea, his chances of success are high.

'OneFootball' introduced Yang Min-hyeok's K League performance, highlighting his potential for success on the British stage. 'OneFootball' noted, "Yang Min-hyeok is a teenager who made a splash in the K League as a semi-professional. He successfully finished the 2024 season and joined Tottenham. Yang Min-hyeok has received the Young Player of the Month award in Korea. Ultimately, Gangwon signed a formal contract with him," introducing his journey in Korea.

'OneFootball' expressed expectations, stating, "Since Yang Min-hyeok's transfer discussions to Tottenham, he has won the Young Player of the Month award for three consecutive months. He showcased a goal and an assist against Jeonbuk while with Gangwon. His build-up play is sharp, and his touches are good. He is a player who scores with bold shots."

Yang Min-hyeok has also been selected for the Korean national team, providing him with another opportunity for growth. Coach Hong Myung-bo has given Yang Min-hyeok high marks for his talent.

[OSEN = Reporter Seo Jung-hwan]