Captain of PL rivals shockingly considered realistic United target, could be signed for free next summer – report

Manchester United have ambitiously set their sights on Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min, as per reports.

United are in north London today to face Arsenal. Despite a promising start under Ruben Amorim, the Red Devils are seen as the second favourites for the high-profile clash at the Emirates.

Irrespective of what happens tonight, there is no doubt that the United board will have to sign several top players in order for Amorim to consistently go toe-to-toe with the likes of Arteta.

In that regard, a report has suggested the Mancunian giants are interested in signing a superstar of another north London outfit.

Son Heung-min is “viable” Manchester United transfer target

A report from GIVEMESPORT reads: “There’s plenty of chat around Old Trafford that Tottenham star Son Heung-min is a viable target.”

It further adds: “Son – described as being “world-class” by Ange Postecoglou – would certainly be welcomed by United fans who still regret losing out to Bayern Munich who signed Harry Kane – Son’s partner in crime at Spurs.”

Following multiple big-name exits at Spurs in recent seasons, Son has become a crucial figure under Postecoglou. He has also been handed the captain’s armband.

The 32-year-old forward, who has been directly involved in seven goals in the Premier League this term, is in the final year of his contract.

As things stand, he will be available on a free transfer next summer. However, Spurs still have an option to extend his deal by one-year to 2026 if they fail to find an agreement over a new long-term contract.

Son is one of the best attackers in Europe in transition situations and has all the tools, including pace and impeccable ball-striking ability, to be a great fit in Amorim’s 3-4-3 system and challenge Marcus Rashford for the left-sided number 10 spot behind the striker.

However, even on a free transfer, the Spurs talisman would be a risky option, owing to his age.

United have signed many veteran forwards, including Cristiano Ronaldo, in the post Sir Alex Ferguson era and bar Zlatan Ibrahimovic all stars have failed to meet expectations.

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