Tottenham star seen as Cristiano Ronaldo replacement as huge exit news emerges
Tottenham are set for a busy summer transfer window after qualifying for the Champions League by beating Manchester United.
While this would make things easier to sign better-calibre players, there are certain names who could be leaving.
Ange Postecoglou’s future is also still to be decided by Daniel Levy, with a number of managers linked with the job.
Al-Nassr view Son Heung-min as ideal Cristiano Ronaldo replacement
According to the Mail (4 June), Al-Nassr see Son Heung-min as the ideal replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo this summer.
As Mohamed Salah has committed his future to Liverpool, the Saudi Pro League sides are turning to another star to replace the Manchester United and Real Madrid legend.
| Son Heung-min’s 2024/25 Premier League statistics | Total |
| Appearances (starts) | 30 (24) |
| Goals | 7 |
| Expected goals (xG) | 7.28 |
| Assists | 9 |
| Touches | 40.6 |
| Big chances missed | 7 |
Son could leave Tottenham in this summer’s transfer window, after captaining his side to their first trophy in 17 years.
He’s spent nearly a decade in North London, playing over 450 times for the Lilywhites, scoring 173 goals.
The 32-year-old has previously turned down offers from Saudi clubs, but as he’s now in the final year of his contract at Spurs, an exit could be on the cards.
Tottenham must look to cash in on Son this summer
Tottenham should seize the opportunity to capitalise on Saudi interest in Son this summer.
At 32, the South Korea international is arguably past his peak, with signs of declining physicality impacting his ability to perform consistently week in, week out in the Premier League’s demanding schedule.
His contract, with only one year remaining, puts Tottenham at risk of losing him for free in 2026, making a sale now financially prudent.
Saudi clubs, viewing Son as a marquee star due to his global profile and marketability in Asia, are likely to offer a substantial transfer fee, potentially exceeding his current market value.
This influx of cash could be reinvested into younger, high-potential players to bolster the squad, aligning with Tottenham’s long-term vision of building a dynamic, sustainable team.
While Son’s leadership and quality remain valuable, his reduced output and the chance to secure a premium fee from Saudi suitors make cashing in a strategic move for Spurs’ future competitiveness.