Son Heung-min is dissatisfied

Son Heung-min refused to respond to controversial comments by coach Hong Myung-bo, when the South Korean captain hinted that he could choose a new captain.

Son Heung-min is likely to lose the captaincy of the South Korean team before the 2026 World Cup.

Speaking to the press ahead of the friendly match with the US on September 7, Son Heung-min avoided questions about his captaincy: "I have nothing to say about that. The important thing is that the players do their best in their current positions. I will always try to help the team."

According to Yonhap , before the tour in the US, coach Hong Myung-bo considered handing over the national team captaincy to another player. At the same time, the former Tottenham star may also have to sit on the bench more in the national team in the near future.

Coach Hong Myung-bo's move then caused controversy, as many people thought it could cause turmoil in the Korean team's dressing room. Son Heung-min has been the captain of the Korean team since 2018.

Son Heung-min confirmed that he had a private meeting with coach Hong Myung-bo, but refused to share details: "I don't think there is anything more to share here."

According to Korean media, Son Heung-min expressed dissatisfaction at possibly having to give up the captain's armband to someone else, while minimizing his influence on the team's playing style.

Having just turned 33 in July, Son Heung-min is no longer at his peak. His move to Los Angeles FC after more than a decade playing in the Premier League has also caused many to question his contribution to the Korean national team.

Source: https://znews.vn/son-heung-min-bat-man-post1583028.html