Manager holds meeting with Tottenham forward – Spurs looking for €30m
The future of Tottenham captain Heung-Min Son hangs in the balance as Fenerbahce intensify their pursuit of the Asian superstar, with manager Jose Mourinho personally driving negotiations.
Turkish journalist Yagiz Sabuncuoglu reveals the Portuguese tactician recently met with the 32-year-old forward in London, accompanied by club president Ali Koç, signaling serious intent from the Istanbul giants.
Tottenham have placed a €30 million price tag on their talismanic forward, a valuation that appears ambitious given his age and expiring contract.
While some within the industry question whether Fenerbahce will meet this figure, the Turkish club’s willingness to engage in high-level talks suggests a compromise could emerge before the transfer window closes.
Son’s potential reunion with Mourinho adds an emotional layer to the negotiations. The pair previously worked together during Mourinho’s Tottenham tenure, developing a relationship that now appears pivotal in convincing the South Korean international to consider this late-career move.
Having contributed 11 goals in 46 appearances last season, Son remains a valuable asset despite showing signs of declining explosiveness.
For Tottenham, this transfer represents both an opportunity and a dilemma. The proposed fee would allow them to recoup value for an aging star while freeing up substantial wages.
However, losing their captain and most marketable Asian player would create a leadership vacuum and commercial repercussions.
Son’s apparent openness to the move suggests he may view this as an ideal transition – a chance to work with a trusted manager while competing for trophies in a less physically demanding league.
As negotiations progress, Tottenham’s hierarchy must weigh sentimental value against pragmatic squad rebuilding.
A €30 million windfall could fund investments in younger attacking options, but replacing Son’s experience and global appeal won’t be straightforward.
For Fenerbahce, securing one of Asia’s greatest ever footballers would represent a monumental coup, both sporting and commercial. The coming weeks will reveal whether this intriguing transfer reaches fruition or if Son remains in North London for one final campaign.