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Heung-min Son just recommended ‘ideal’ goalscorer for Tottenham to sign

Tottenham Hotspur are looking for solutions in the market to solve their issues upfront, and one player, who comes recommended by Heung-min Son, is high…

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 10:03 AM
Heung-min Son just recommended ‘ideal’ goalscorer for Tottenham to sign
Key Things to Know
  • Heung-min Son has reportedly recommended that Tottenham Hotspur sign Besiktas striker Oh Hyeon-gyu in January.
  • Tottenham are seeking a permanent transfer for a target man to solve their forward depth issues.
  • Besiktas are reportedly reluctant to sell the 25-year-old forward mid-season without a lucrative transfer offer.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tottenham Hotspur have identified Besiktas striker Oh Hyeon-gyu as a primary target for the January transfer window, according to Turkish Football. Club legend Heung-min Son reportedly recommended his South Korean international teammate to Spurs. The North London side is prioritizing a physical, pressing target man to boost their attacking options and views the 25-year-old forward as an ideal tactical fit.

Besiktas, who signed Oh for around £12m in 2025, are reportedly extremely reluctant to sanction a mid-season permanent transfer. Tottenham would likely need to submit a lucrative offer to persuade the Turkish club to sell the striker.

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