Fenerbahce interested in Tottenham captain Heung-min Son
Fenerbahce head coach José Mourinho has set his sights on a high-profile reunion with Tottenham Hotspur captain Heung-min Son, according to reports emerging from Turkish media. Mourinho, the manager of the Istanbul giants, is reportedly urging the club’s board to prepare a €30 million bid to bring the South Korean star to the Süper Lig.
Son, who has become an iconic figure at Tottenham since joining from Bayer Leverkusen in 2015, has had an illustrious career in North London. Across 454 appearances for the Premier League club, the 32-year-old forward has netted 173 goals and contributed 101 assists, cementing his status as one of the most effective and consistent attackers in the league over the past decade. His pace, finishing, and tireless work ethic have made him a fan favorite at Spurs and a standout performer in English football.
In addition to his club success, Son has been a vital presence for the South Korean national team. He has earned 133 international caps, scoring 51 goals, and has been the team’s talisman through multiple World Cup and Asian Cup campaigns. His international reputation only adds to the global appeal Mourinho hopes to tap into by bringing him to Turkey.
Mourinho previously coached Son during his stint at Tottenham from 2019 to 2021, and their mutual admiration was evident throughout their time together. Under Mourinho’s leadership, Son thrived, often combining brilliantly with Harry Kane and producing some of the best football of his career. Their productive partnership and strong relationship off the pitch may be the key factor motivating Mourinho’s push for a reunion in Istanbul.
Euro Football Rumours
Tottenham, however, may be reluctant to part with their captain, especially given his contractual situation. Earlier this year, the club exercised a unilateral 12-month extension clause in Son’s contract, which now keeps him tied to Spurs until the summer of 2026. While this move secures the player in the short term, it may also be a strategic decision by the club to ensure they can command a significant transfer fee should they decide to sell.
Son has remained tight-lipped about his future while on international duty with South Korea, choosing not to address speculation linking him with a move away from Tottenham. Meanwhile, interest from the Saudi Pro League continues to grow, with several clubs reportedly monitoring his situation closely. The financial power of Saudi clubs could pose a serious challenge to Fenerbahçe‘s pursuit, although Mourinho’s personal connection and the promise of a central role in a new project might give the Turkish side an edge.
Signing a world-class talent like Son would be a major statement of intent for Fenerbahce. Whether Tottenham are willing to entertain offers for their captain, however, remains to be seen. The summer transfer window could hold a pivotal chapter in the careers of both Mourinho and Son — and potentially in the fortunes of Fenerbahçe.
For all transfer rumors, news and much more regarding European football stay tuned to us at eurofootballrumours.com.
To stay up to date on the latest from Euro Football Rumours on social media, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.
The content of this article does not reflect the official opinion of the eurofootballrumours.com. Responsibility for the information and views expressed in the article lies entirely with the author.
Should Fenerbahce sign Heung-min Son?
Bologna-born Giuseppe Bianchi has spent more than a decade living in Rome and writing about Italian football, Spanish football and the Premier League for various Italian football portals and now he writes about European football for Euro Football Rumours. He's been thinking about football transfers pretty much nonstop since the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. Aside from writing, he likes to spend his time fishing and rock climbing.
