South Korea manager shares worrying injury update on Tottenham star Son Heung-min

South Korea's manager has provided an update on the injury status of captain Son Heung-min, and it’s not the most encouraging news for Tottenham fans.

Son Heung-min was absent during Tottenham’s emphatic 3-0 win over Manchester United, as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury sustained in a Europa League clash against Qarabag FK.

Ange Postecoglou, who has been closely monitoring Son’s progress, expressed concerns about the forward’s fitness and emphasised the importance of allowing him ample time to fully recover before returning to competitive action.

While the injury doesn’t appear to be overly severe, the club is taking no chances with one of their star players, given the heavy fixture load Tottenham are navigating this season.

South Korea manager shares worrying injury update on Tottenham star Son Heung-min

Speaking to the media, Postecoglou acknowledged that Son's condition has shown signs of improvement but made it clear that the 32-year-old isn’t ready for a return just yet.

“He’s progressing, but we need to be careful. We don’t want to rush him back and risk a longer-term issue,” said the Spurs boss. "With the amount of football we’ve got ahead, it's crucial he’s fully fit."

Son’s absence is being felt, not just by Tottenham, but also by his national team. South Korea’s manager, Hong Myung-bo, has included the winger in his squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Jordan and Iraq, despite the uncertainty surrounding his fitness. However, Hong has admitted that Son’s participation in these matches is far from guaranteed.

In an interview with Chosun, Hong revealed that he had spoken to Son directly, and while the forward reported progress in his recovery, he is still not fully fit to return to action.

“I communicated with Son, and while he’s improving, he’s not yet ready to play. Both he and the club are being cautious, and we’ll need to assess him closely before making any decisions,” Hong explained.

For now, Tottenham and South Korea will continue to monitor Son’s recovery, with both camps understanding the importance of not rushing the player back.