Son Heung-min: The New Captain of Tottenham
In a significant announcement, David Ornstein has confirmed that Son Heung-min has been appointed as the new captain of Tottenham Hotspur. Cristian Romero and James Maddison will serve as his assistants. This decision, made by manager Ange Postecoglou in conjunction with the club, has been well-received by the squad. The trio is viewed as the ideal candidates to usher in a new era of spirit and progress for the club.
Son Heung-min expressed his gratitude and surprise at the appointment, stating, “It’s such a big honour to captain this huge club. I’ve already said to the players that everyone should feel like a captain, on and off the pitch. It’s a new season, a fresh start and I will give everything for this shirt and this armband.”
Ange Postecoglou praised Son’s leadership qualities, emphasizing his respect within the dressing room and his achievements both at Tottenham and as the captain of South Korea.
Transfer Rumblings at Tottenham
- Gift Orban: According to Sacha Tavolieri, negotiations are ongoing between Tottenham and Gent for Gift Orban. While Tottenham has made an oral offer of about €27M, Gent is pushing for a price closer to €30M plus add-ons. C. Eccleshare believes that Orban could be secured for around £20m plus add-ons.
- Brennan Johnson: C. Eccleshare reports that Tottenham has shown interest in Nottingham Forest’s Brennan Johnson. The player is seen as a potential competitor for Kulusevski on the right wing, addressing a perceived gap in the squad.
- Ivan Toney: Tottenham is considering a move for Ivan Toney in January, as per C. Eccleshare, once his ban concludes.
- Eberechi Eze: Ali Gold reveals that Tottenham has a keen interest in Eberechi Eze, who is represented by CAA Base.
- Tanguy Ndombele: In a twist, Santi Aouna reports that both Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray have shown interest in signing Tanguy Ndombele from Tottenham. The clubs have proposed around €10m, but Tottenham is holding out for €20m. However, Ndombele seems uninterested in the move.
As Tottenham Hotspur embarks on a new season, the club’s decisions, both on and off the pitch, will be crucial in determining its trajectory. With a new captain at the helm and potential transfers in the pipeline, fans and pundits alike will be watching closely to see how the narrative unfolds.
