Jamie O'Hara makes categorical claim on Tottenham star Son Heung-min

Jamie O’Hara has once again sparked controversy, this time by making bold claims about Tottenham Hotspur’s captain, Son Heung-min.

The former Spurs midfielder, who is no stranger to voicing his opinions, believes that Son is no longer the player he once was and that the North London club should begin seeking his long-term replacement.

Son, now 32, has had a slow start to the season, which has led to growing concerns about his form. According to O’Hara, the South Korean forward is showing signs of decline, and his best days might be behind him.

While Son has been one of the most influential figures at Tottenham over the past few years, O’Hara feels that his performances no longer reflect his past brilliance. Speaking on talkSPORT, O’Hara didn’t hold back:

"I feel like I am over the hill with him now. I just think the fans and everyone is finished with him. The proper fans. He’s not doing it. The quality in the final third (has gone)."

Jamie O'Hara makes categorical Tottenham star Son Heung-min claim

O’Hara’s frustration comes after Son’s inconsistent start to the campaign. Despite being the club’s captain and still contributing to the team, particularly with two assists in Tottenham’s recent 3-1 victory over Brentford, O’Hara believes that Son is not living up to expectations.

The pundit pointed out that the forward missed some clear chances in that match, particularly in one-on-one situations that Son in his prime would have easily converted. O’Hara added:

"He is 33, is he going to go past people? Listen, he has been a great player and an unbelievable player. A Tottenham great. But I just feel like when I am watching him now, have you got that sharpness and edge to your game? I don’t think he has."

For many, these comments feel premature. Son has historically had slow starts to the season, but has often regained form and silenced his critics later in the campaign. Against Brentford, there were already signs of Son finding his rhythm, with the forward linking up well with Dominic Solanke and James Maddison, creating dangerous opportunities for his team.

While O’Hara acknowledges Son’s past greatness, he believes the time has come for Tottenham to look for a new left-winger:

"You can’t take him out of the team because there isn’t anyone better than him, but we have to start looking at a new left-winger."

Only time will tell if O’Hara’s call for a long-term replacement is justified, but for now, Son Heung-min remains one of Tottenham’s most trusted players, and his contributions this season are far from over.