Son Heung-min Chased by 3 Clubs

As the summer transfer window heats up, one of Tottenham’s most beloved players, Son Heung-min, finds himself at the center of attention, not from European giants this time, but from three ambitious clubs in Saudi Arabia. With just a year left on his contract, Spurs may finally be ready to part ways with their long-serving South Korean superstar. The timing and the emotions around this potential move all point toward a summer decision that could define the final chapter of Son’s career in Europe.

What are Reports Saying?

According to multiple reports, Saudi Pro League sides Al-Ahli, Al-Nassr, and newly promoted Al-Qadsiah have all expressed concrete interest in bringing Son to the Pro League. The clubs are reportedly willing to offer around €40 million, a tempting figure for the soon-to-be 33-year-old forward entering the last year of his deal. Although Spurs activated a one-year extension in February, it was more about preserving his value than planning long-term around him.

Al-Ahli is pushing the hardest. Fresh off their AFC Champions League win, they’re eager to upgrade the left side of their attack. Son’s profile, a smart, technical winger who can also play centrally, fits exactly what they’re looking for. Their interest feels more than opportunistic with the financial power behind them.

Timing Is Everything

Tottenham’s commercial obligations are keeping Son in limbo, at least for now. He’s expected to feature in a pre-season friendly against Newcastle United in Seoul on August 3, a match with enormous branding significance for Spurs in South Korea.

For the club, this friendly is more than just another warm-up. It’s a carefully planned event to boost merchandise sales, fan engagement, and their global brand, all heavily tied to Son’s presence. Selling him before that game could have real financial consequences, not to mention a PR backlash in his home country.

So, while interest is already there, don’t expect any major movement until that match is out of the way. That essentially means waiting until the final weeks of the transfer window for any real decision. If a deal happens, it’ll likely go down to the wire in late August, much like many of the recent high-profile moves to Saudi Arabia.

What This Means for Son and Spurs

For Son, this isn’t just another transfer rumor; it might be a life decision. He’ll be 33 next month, and while his love for Tottenham is unquestionable, he’s already given the club nearly a decade of world-class football. The 2024/25 season was his most underwhelming in recent memory, with seven goals in the Premier League. For a player used to delivering double digits consistently, that dip may tell that he’s maybe declining.

The move to Saudi Arabia wouldn’t just be about money (though the reported salary, upwards of €30 million per year, is massive). It would be about easing into the next stage of his career with less intensity, while still playing in a competitive league that’s growing quickly. Plus, the presence of global stars like Cristiano Ronaldo, Sadio Mané, and so many others means he wouldn’t be stepping away from the spotlight entirely.

For Spurs, it’s complicated. Son is a club legend. His departure would signal a deeper shift at the club, especially under new management. With Ange Postecoglou gone and Thomas Frank now at the helm, Spurs could be entering another rebuild. Cashing in on the South Korean now, especially for a solid fee, might give them room to reinvest while also freeing up the wage bill.

The Tottenham Hotspur captain deserves a proper farewell. He’s been Spurs’ face in Asia and one of their most consistent performers for years. Also, probably the best Asian to play in the Premier League, based on talent. If he does leave, it should be on his own terms, with the club’s blessing, and with fans fully behind him. 

Final Thoughts

At this stage, the deal isn’t done, and Son hasn’t publicly indicated that he’s ready to leave. But the signs are all there. Saudi clubs are circling, Tottenham are listening, and the timing, post-August 3, lines up perfectly for a potential late-window departure.

Until then, all eyes will be on that pre-season friendly in Seoul. It might be the last time South Korean fans see their hero in a Spurs shirt. It could mark the quiet beginning of Son Heung-min’s next chapter, one that might take him to a new continent, a new league, and perhaps a more relaxed pace to end a remarkable career.