Mourinho praises Heung Min Son ahead of midweek clash at Manchester United

Jose Mourinho is all praise for Tottenham Hotspur star Son Heung-min.

The South Korean international was named AFC Asian International Player of the Year for the third time – he won in 2017 and 2015.

Son is enjoying another stellar season, notching nine goals and eight assists in 18 games across all competitions.

“I want to congratulate Son for Asian Player of the Year. I am here for ten, twelves days…I am already in love with this guy,” said Mourinho.

“Fantastic player, fantastic boy. Everybody in the club is so so happy with him,” the Portuguese boss added.

Son reciprocates the love

Son scored the last goal under the beloved coach Mauricio Pochettino before the Argentine got axed. The 27-year-old also scored Tottenham’s first goal to kick-off the Mourinho era.

Son is sanguine about his new boss.

“He’s very kind. He’s smiling, making jokes with the players. I like it, of course. I think the results changed a lot, the positive vibe,” said Son in an interview with FourFourTwo.

“Everyone is positive before games. The gaffer is doing a great job and we are really happy with him. The atmosphere changed a lot with the positive vibes.”

Mourinho is undefeated in his first three matches with two wins in the Premier League and one against Olympiakos in the Champions League group stages.

Spurs take on Mourinho’s previous employer, Manchester United, at midweek.

Watch the match on Wednesday, 2:30 PM on NBCSN or Fubo.

Related posts

Which clubs does Abu Dhabi-owned City Football Group (CFG) own?

soccergator

Copa America 2024 in USA: Will Messi play?

Robert Baum

Al-Nassr unveil new 23/24 third kit featuring Mount Tuwaiq graphic

Robert Baum

First Glimpse: Inter Miami’s pink 2024 home kit

Robert Baum

Why Liverpool star Wataru Endō wears a mouthguard on the pitch

Robert Baum

More than meets the eye: Inter Milan to wear iconic Transformers logo this weekend

Robert Baum

Who’s won the most Premier League Player of the month?

Robert Baum

Saudi Pro League’s 23/24 poor attendance, explained

Robert Baum

The best Haaland post-game reaction memes versus Tottenham

Robert Baum

Is New Balance poised to overtake Nike in Barcelona kit deal?

Robert Baum

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. Accept Read More