Son Heung-min Reflects on 15-Year Career: 'I Want to be Remembered as a Good Player'
Son Heung-min looked back on his career as he marked his 15th anniversary as a professional player. Starting his professional career with Hamburg in 2010, Son Heung-min played for Bayer Leverkusen and Tottenham Hotspur before currently playing for LAFC. He reflected on his playing career in an interview with Singapore's 'L'Officiel'.
15 Years a Pro: Son Heung-min's Journey
Son Heung-min took his first steps as a professional player in 2010 with Hamburg, Germany. Having grown up in Hamburg's youth system, he quickly debuted in the first team and began to attract attention. At the time, he injected vitality into the team's attack with his outstanding speed and dribbling skills.
Based on his performance at Hamburg, Son Heung-min moved to Bayer Leverkusen, challenging himself on a bigger stage. At Leverkusen, he continued to perform well, proving his worth. In particular, he attracted the attention of European football with his impressive performances in the UEFA Champions League.
In 2015, Son Heung-min began a new challenge by moving to Tottenham Hotspur in the English Premier League. At Tottenham, he grew into a top player, leading the team's attack alongside Harry Kane and Dele Alli. He scored numerous goals for Tottenham, establishing himself as a key player for the team.
A New Challenge at LAFC
In the summer of 2025, Son Heung-min transferred to LAFC. LAFC is one of the strongest teams in Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States, and his addition has had a positive impact on the team.
Since joining LAFC, Son Heung-min has led the team's attack, recording 9 goals and 3 assists in 10 official games. Thanks to his performance, LAFC is leading the league. 'Hotspur HQ', which specializes in Tottenham news, assessed that Son Heung-min is continuing a successful playing career at LAFC.
Son Heung-min continues to maintain his outstanding skills even after transferring to LAFC, meeting fans' expectations. He is proving his worth in the new league, providing enjoyment to football fans. His performance is expected to continue in the future.
Son Heung-min completed his contract with Tottenham in the summer of 2025 and moved to LAFC. He mentioned that there were several situations at the time of the transfer, and in particular, he mentioned playing his last game as a Tottenham player in Korea.
He said, "The time I spent at Tottenham are unforgettable moments in my football life," and "I sincerely thank the Tottenham fans for their love." He also said, "I am happy to start a new challenge at LAFC," and expressed his determination to "do my best to help the team."
Son Heung-min expressed his regret at leaving Tottenham, but did not hide his anticipation for a new start at LAFC. He expressed his willingness to contribute to the team's success by maximizing his capabilities in the new team.
"The Image I Want to Be Remembered By"
In an interview with Singapore's 'L'Officiel', Son Heung-min was asked how he wanted to be remembered by fans after his retirement. Regarding the image he wanted to be remembered by fans, he paused for a moment, reflected on his football life, and revealed his honest feelings.
Son Heung-min said, "I want to be remembered by fans as a good player and a good person." He added, "If I have given fans pleasure as a football player, that alone is enough to satisfy me." He also expressed his hope that "even after I retire, fans will remember me as a good memory."
Son Heung-min's sincere answer impressed many fans. He is loved not only for his outstanding skills, but also for his humble and human side. As he hopes, he will remain in the memories of fans as a good player and a good person for a long time after his retirement.
