Van de Ven and Mathys Tel respond after Son Heung-min shares message following Tottenham departure
Son Heung-min has taken to social media to express his appreciation following the confirmation of a major departure from Tottenham Hotspur.
Although Spurs ended their long trophy drought by winning the Europa League, the season overall was disappointing — they finished 17th in the Premier League, suffering 22 losses in 38 matches.
As reported by Football Insider last week, Tottenham decided to part ways with manager Ange Postecoglou after the underwhelming campaign.
That decision was officially confirmed on Friday (6 June), when the club released a statement announcing the Australian coach’s exit after two years at the helm in North London.
Ange Postecoglou Honoured by Son’s Tribute
As the search begins for a new head coach, Football Insider reports that Spurs are optimistic about appointing Brentford’s Thomas Frank as Postecoglou’s replacement.
In the meantime, club captain Son Heung-min — who lifted the Europa League trophy this season and was appointed skipper after Harry Kane’s exit — posted a heartfelt tribute to Postecoglou on Instagram. His post included several photos of their time together, notably celebrating the European triumph.
Son’s emotional caption read:
> “Gaffer. You’ve changed the direction of this club. From day one, you believed in yourself and in us — unwavering even when others doubted.
You always knew what we were capable of. You did things your way, and your way delivered this club one of its greatest nights in decades.
You entrusted me with the captaincy — one of the highest honours of my career. It’s been a privilege to learn under your leadership. I’ve grown as both a player and a person.
Ange Postecoglou, you’ll always be a Tottenham legend. Thank you, mate.”
Son’s message quickly drew support from fans and fellow players alike, with likes from Liverpool’s Federico Chiesa and Spurs teammates such as Mathys Tel, Micky van de Ven, and Radu Dragusin.
More Changes Expected at Spurs
Football Insider’s Verdict: The managerial change could signal a wider transformation at Tottenham this summer. Reports have hinted at a potential squad reshuffle, with many players having built strong bonds with Postecoglou.
Son’s own future is uncertain, especially with interest from Saudi clubs. His deep respect for the outgoing manager might influence his decision-making, potentially making a summer exit more likely for the 32-year-old South Korean star.
