‘Unbelievable’: Son Heung-min issues honest verdict on Daniel Levy’s departure from Tottenham

In the world of football, where change is the only constant, the departure of a long-serving chairman is more than a business decision it’s the end of an era.

This sentiment was deeply felt when Daniel Levy stepped down from his role at Tottenham Hotspur after twenty-five years, a move that surprised many and prompted reflections from those who knew his impact best.

Among them was Son Heung-min, a player whose own legacy at the club is inextricably linked to Levy’s tenure.

Speaking after leading South Korea to a 2-0 victory over the United States in an international friendly, Son was asked about the sudden news.

His response was thoughtful and layered with respect, reflecting the depth of his connection to the club and the man who helped shape his career.

He began by gently deflecting, suggesting that a post-match mix zone was not the appropriate place to fully honor someone who had given so much to Tottenham. This in itself was a mark of the esteem in which he holds Levy, implying that such a significant figure deserved a more considered tribute.

But Son did not shy away from sharing his genuine appreciation. He described the job Levy did as “unbelievable,” a word that carries weight coming from a player who experienced the chairman’s leadership firsthand for a full decade.

During that time, Son evolved from a promising young talent into one of the Premier League’s most respected forwards and a club captain.

His gratitude was palpable as he expressed well-wishes for Levy’s future, acknowledging the profound role the chairman played in his personal and professional journey.

This perspective adds a human dimension to a departure that has been analyzed mostly through a business lens.

Son’s words remind us that behind the headlines of transfer budgets and stadium revenues, football is ultimately about relationships.

Levy was often a polarizing figure among fans, but within the walls of the club, he fostered loyalty and trust with key figures like Son. His legacy isn’t just the world-class infrastructure he built—it’s also the players he supported and believed in.

Son also took a moment to reflect on another influential figure from his Tottenham years: Mauricio Pochettino.

The reunion between player and manager on opposite sides of the pitch added a layer of emotion to the international friendly. After the final whistle, the competitive edge gave way to mutual affection.

Son didn’t just call Pochettino a great coach; he described him as “more than a coach,” a mentor who shaped him from the age of 23 and helped mold him into the leader he is today.

The warm embrace they shared after the game spoke volumes, transcending the result and highlighting the lasting bonds that football can create.

Together, these reflections from Son Heung-min paint a picture of a Tottenham chapter defined not just by results, but by people.

Levy’s departure may signal a new direction for the club, but the respect and gratitude from those who worked closely with him captains like Son, managers like Pochettino ensure that his contributions will be remembered with nuance and appreciation long after the headlines have faded.

In a sport often dominated by short-term thinking, that kind of legacy is rare, and truly unbelievable.