Tottenham Hotspur have started identifying potential replacements for Son Heung-min, and the idea of moving for an “unbelievable” forward is now gaining traction among the club’s hierarchy, according to a report.
Question marks over Son’s future at Tottenham
Tottenham chose to renew Son’s contract until the summer of 2026 back in January, exercising an option for a one-year extension, but there are still question marks over the South Korean’s long-term future in north London.
Spurs have started to identify potential replacements for the winger, who is set to turn 33 in the summer, amid a slight drop-off in performance levels this season, having only scored seven goals in the Premier League.
Mathys Tel, who can be bought permanently for £45m this summer, is seen as an option, however, the Bayern Munich loanee has hardly set the world alight since arriving in the January transfer window, having failed to score a Premier League goal.
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As such, according to a report from Spain, Tottenham have now chosen a different player as Son’s successor, with AFC Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo believed to be of interest, having impressed in the Premier League this season.
It is becoming increasingly likely Spurs will choose Semenyo as the heir to Son, who could decide to move on in the near future, with the Bournemouth star’s name often finding itself on the list of potential targets.
The idea of signing the Ghanaian is now gaining traction among the hierarchy, with his versatility making him an ideal option for Ange Postecoglou, and there is a feeling he could be available for an affordable fee, when compared to other forwards on the market.
Reports from elsewhere have revealed Bournemouth could hold out for a fee of around £34m – £42m this summer, amid interest from Manchester United and Arsenal.
“Unbelievable” Semenyo could be a fantastic signing
First and foremost, Tottenham need to make sure they secure Son’s long-term future, considering the 32-year-old has still been their best-performing player in the Premier League this season, having managed to pick up 10 assists.
That said, it is clear that Spurs could do with some additional depth, given that injuries have left Postecoglou with limited options at times this season, and Semenyo could still be a fantastic addition to the squad.
In light of his impressive performances for Bournemouth this season, the 25-year-old has been lauded as “unbelievable” by members of the media, picking up seven goals and five assists in the Premier League.
It could be savvy business to sign a forward who is proven in the Premier League for as little as £34m, but extending Son’s contract should be viewed as a priority, given that his performances this season indicate he still has a lot left to give.
