Tottenham Hotspurs reported that Son Heung-min's latest condition was after experiencing an injury during the match against Olympique Marseille in the Champions League. Son had to undergo surgery which put him in danger of being absent from defending the South Korean national team (South Korea) at the 2022 World Cup.
The 30-year-old had to undergo surgery after suffering a broken bone around the eye.
"We can confirm that Son Heung-min is undergoing surgery to stabilize fractures around his left eye," Tottenham said on its official website.
Tottenham said Son's recovery would certainly take a long time. The club will provide information on a regular basis.
"After surgery, Son will start rehabilitation with our medical staff and we will continue to provide the latest news to supporters in due course," the club continued.
Son's recovery period has yet to be sure, the South Korean national team is worried. The reason is, the 2022 World Cup is in sight, to be precise in 17 days.
Son's presence is urgently needed by the South Korean national team considering his contribution during the game. He has scored 35 goals in 104 appearances for his country.
Previously Son suffered an injury when appearing in the match against Marseille in the Champions League group stage, Wednesday, November 2 in the morning WIB. Son got the injury after colliding with Chancel Mamba in the 24th minute.
Mbamba's shoulder hit Son's left cheekbone. The former Bayer Leverkusen player had received treatment from the medical team while continuing to hold his eye area.
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