Tottenham Hotspur face a decision over Heung-min Son's number seven shirt as he prepares to leave the club this summer, and GIVEMESPORT sources have confirmed that there's a possibility it is left vacant.
When Spurs faced Newcastle United in South Korea on Sunday afternoon, the game was largely focused on Son, with it being in his home country. There was also a focus on the forward with the game coming just a few days after he confirmed that he would be looking to leave the club during the summer transfer window.
Speaking before a press conference earlier this week, Son confirmed that he has made the 'difficult decision' to leave, and Spurs are supporting him by allowing him to head through the exit door...
"Before we start the press conference, I wanted to say I have decided to leave the Club this summer. Respectfully, the club is helping me with this decision. It was the most difficult decision I have made in my career. Such amazing memories. It was so hard to make the decision."
Tottenham Face Heung-min Son Replacement Decision
They could keep the number seven shirt vacant
According to GIVEMESPORT sources, Tottenham now face a decision over Son's number seven shirt as he prepares to leave the club this summer. The South Korean international announced his departure on Friday at a press conference, though sources say it came as no surprise to Spurs.
It's understood that it was agreed at the end of last season that he could leave if the right move came up, and Tottenham have fully respected his decision to seek a new challenge for the 2025/2026 campaign. Son is now expected to join Major League Soccer side Los Angeles FC, while Spurs continue their search for new attacking options.
There's a possibility, according to GIVEMESPORT sources, that the number seven shirt is left vacant for the 2025/2026 season until the club finds the right replacement for their long-serving forward.
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