Tottenham’s Future Star: The Perfect Replacement for Son Heung-min

While Harry Kane is often the first name that comes to mind when thinking of Tottenham legends, Son Heung-min has carved out his own iconic status at the club. The South Korean forward has made an incredible 448 appearances for Spurs, scoring 173 goals and providing 95 assists.

However, with Son turning 33 this summer, manager Ange Postecoglou needs to start planning for the future. Fortunately, Tottenham may already have the ideal replacement in their ranks.

While players like Mathys Tel and Mikey Moore show promise, they may not be ready for a full-time starting role next season. The best option to fill Son’s shoes appears to be summer signing Wilson Odobert.

The 20-year-old Frenchman has had an injury-plagued debut season, but has shown flashes of brilliance when fit. His explosive pace and ability to make things happen fit perfectly with Postecoglou’s high-energy system.

Last season at Burnley, Odobert impressed with 3 goals and 3 assists in 29 appearances despite the team’s relegation. His underlying statistics were even more eye-catching, ranking in the top percentiles for progressive carries, successful take-ons, and other key metrics for Premier League forwards.

While Son remains a Tottenham icon, his minutes will likely need to be managed more carefully next season. When that happens, the “extraordinary” Odobert looks ready to step up and become Spurs’ next star left winger.