Son Heung-min to Postecoglou's replacement, "You're a legend who changed Tottenham's trajectory..."Fill in the captain's armband. Thank you." Tributes
Son Heung-min to Postecoglou's replacement, "You're a legend who changed Tottenham's trajectory..."Fill in the captain's armband. Thank you." Tributes
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Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min impressed the soccer community by sending a hot message of respect and gratitude to coach Anji Postecoglou, who was dismissed in a surprise move.
Tottenham players reacted in their own ways to Postecoglou, who was dismissed for poor league performance even after 17 years of no involvement by winning the UEFA Europa League in the 2024-2025 season.
Among them, Son Heung-min evaluated Postecoglou's coaching style and role in a farewell message, summarizing his time with him, and the letter is drawing attention from local media and fans.
Postecoglou left Celtic FC for Tottenham in the summer of 2023.
At that time, the team needed a general reorganization as key striker Harry Kane moved to Bayern Munich, and existing main players such as Hugo Lloris were classified outside of their power.
Coach Postecoglou named Son Heung-min as his new captain shortly after taking office, and formed a leadership group with James Madison, Christian Romero, and Vicario.
He gained attention for his team's aggressive tactics at the start of the season and won the Europa League after midway through injury and failure to respond to tactics, even as the league's ranks fell.
However, in the end, Tottenham announced the dismissal of Postecoglou on the 7th (Korea Standard Time).
The biggest reason is Tottenham's final ranking in the Premier League this season.
Tottenham finished the season in 17th place, the closest to the relegation zone. Tottenham explained why they dismissed Postecoglou, saying, "The UEFA Europa League victory is considered one of the greatest moments in the club's history, but we cannot make a decision based on emotions."
Son Heung-min, who heard the news of his replacement, left a long and heartfelt goodbye on his Instagram on the 7th.
"You changed the course of this club, Anji. You trusted us from day one, and you never wavered," he said in a hurry.
"Even when others were in doubt, you knew what kind of team we could be and led in your own way," he said. "That way gave us the best night in decades." This is interpreted as a reminder of the moment when he beat Manchester United 1-0 in Bilbao last month to win the Europa League.
Son also thanked, "You gave me the weighty task of captaincy, and it was one of the greatest honors of my career," adding, "It was a privilege beyond words to learn from watching your leadership up close. I have become a better player and a better person because of you."
Finally, Son Heung-min said, "Anji Postecoglou, you will be forever remembered as a legend of Tottenham Hotspur," adding, "Thank you, my friend." 메이저놀이터
Son Heung-min's letter goes beyond just appreciating the leader and is more of a tribute to a person who has been with him at a turning point in his life and career.