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Getty ImagesSon Heung-min aiming to surpass Harry Kane legacy at Tottenham as Korean reveals how he can become a 'legend' at Spurs
Son Heung-min says he wants to leave a "legendary" legacy behind at Tottenham, admitting he still does not believe he has reached that status.
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- Son has spent nine years at Spurs
- Feels he is not a club legend yet
- Aims to win a trophy before leaving
WHAT HAPPENED?
The South Korea international will soon enter his 10th year with the Premier League team, having scored over 160 goals in all competitions since joining from German outfit Bayer Leverkusen. The 32-year-old has gone on to become the club's captain due to his leadership qualities and service to the team, replacing former co-star Harry Kane following his departure to Bayern Munich.
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However, the winger admits he still has plenty to achieve at the north London side as he aims to guide Ange Postecoglou's team to at least one piece of silverware in order to go down as a true legend when it's time to leave.
WHAT SON SAID
"I still don’t think I am a legend of this club," he told BBC Sport. I have said I want to win something with Spurs, then I want to be very happy to be called legend. I joined Spurs to win a trophy and I hope we can make a special season."
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After starting the new Premier League season with a 1-1 draw against Leicester, Spurs will hope to pick up their first victory of the campaign when they come up against Everton on Saturday.