Son Heung-min refuses to travel to Saudi Arabia...former Liverpool star also praises "respect"

 Tottenham's Son Heung-min, 30, has denied transfer speculation. In response to the news, former Liverpool defender Jose Enrique (37) praised the South Korean.

"Son Heung-min said Enrique deserves 'respect' for turning down the chance to move to Saudi Arabia," British media outlet HITC reported on Feb. 22 (KST).

"I respect all the players who want to go to Saudi Arabia and get an amazing contract, but at the same time, I also show my respect for Son Heung-min," the former Newcastle United and Liverpool defender said on his social media. 토토사이트

 

Recently, Son's departure has been rumored. Sports outlet ESPN reported that "Son has been offered a deal worth €30 million per season for four years." The Saudi club in question is Al Ittihad, and there are also reports that the club has prepared a hefty bonus for the player.

There have been a number of stars heading to Saudi Arabia in recent years. Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nasr), Karim Benzema (Al Ittihad), N'Golo Kante (Al Ittihad), and other world-class players have been eyeing the Saudi league. Son Heung-min's name was also mentioned.

Son denied the transfer rumors. "Money is not important to me. Football, pride in football, and playing in the league I love is the most important thing. I have a lot of homework to do in the Premier League, so I will do well at Tottenham. I will go back and prepare well."

The former top scorer had a bit of a down year in 2022-23. In total, he scored 14 goals and provided six assists in 47 games. This was due to his physical condition throughout the season. He even underwent surgery for a sports hernia after the season ended.

"I was sick for a long time. I played for eight months," he said, adding, "I think if I rest well and recover, I will definitely be 안전놀이터추천 back to 100% next season."

"He will be hoping to find his magic again under the offensively-minded coach Enzi Postecoglu," HITC predicted.