September 27th 2024.
Tottenham's head coach Ange Postecoglou is facing a tough decision ahead of the team's trip to Manchester United this weekend. The team's captain, Son Heung-min, suffered an injury during their Europa League match against Qarabag on Thursday, and his fitness for the upcoming game is uncertain.
Despite starting the match against Qarabag, Son had to leave the field in the 71st minute after receiving treatment for his hamstring. Postecoglou is hoping that the injury is not too serious and that Son will be able to train on Saturday and prove his fitness for Sunday's game.
In his recent press conference, Postecoglou shared that the rest of the team is in good shape, except for Son, who is the only player with a fitness concern. The coach also revealed that Son is eager to train and that they have another day to assess his condition before making a final decision.
This week, Son's future at the club has been a hot topic, especially after he discussed his contract situation and revealed that there have been no new talks about extending his current deal, which expires next summer. However, it is understood that Tottenham has the option to extend his contract by one year, and they plan to do so.
Postecoglou also expressed his desire to keep Son at the club, praising his performance and leadership in the team. The coach made it clear that while he may not have the final say, his input on Son's contract is significant.
In case Son is unable to recover in time for the match, Postecoglou has limited options for the left wing position. The team is excited about the emergence of 17-year-old attacker Mikey Moore, who could potentially make his full debut against Manchester United. Moore has caught the eye of the coach during pre-season, and he has no hesitation in starting him if needed.
Postecoglou also mentioned that other players like Timo Werner and Deki Kulusevski could also play on the left wing, but their first priority is to assess Son's fitness. The team is already dealing with injuries to other players, such as Wilson and Richy, who can also play in the left wing position.
With all these factors in mind, Postecoglou and his team will have to make a late call on Son's fitness and decide on their starting lineup for the crucial match against Manchester United.
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