“I arrived in North London as a young man who couldn’t even speak English,” Son Heung-min recalled as he confirmed his departure from Tottenham Hotspur.
Calling it “the toughest decision” of his football career, the South Korean international shared how deeply he values his years at the club. “The memories I’ve made here are unforgettable. I genuinely love Tottenham,” he said.
Explaining his reason for moving on, Son noted, “I feel the need for a new challenge and a fresh atmosphere. I joined Spurs at 23—still just a kid. Now, I leave as a matured and proud man. I gave everything I had to this club.”
To fans, he expressed sincere appreciation: “Thank you for all the love over the years. I believe this is the right time to move forward, and I hope supporters can understand and respect that.”
The forward concluded with heartfelt words: “To all the Spurs fans—you’ve given me so much love, and I’ll never forget it.”
