Tottenham Hotspur have received a significant boost ahead of the UEFA Europa League final, as club captain and talisman Son Heung-min is expected to be fit for the highly anticipated clash with Manchester United. The final, set for May 21 at San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao, Spain, represents Spurs’ best chance in years to secure major silverware and a coveted place in next season’s UEFA Champions League.
Son, who has been sidelined in recent weeks with a foot injury, made a promising return to action as a substitute in Tottenham’s recent Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace. His recovery has been closely monitored by manager Ange Postecoglou and the club’s medical staff, with Postecoglou expressing cautious optimism about his star forward’s availability for the final.
“We’re hopeful Sonny will be ready,” Postecoglou told reporters. “He’s been working hard with the medical team, and his return against Palace was a positive sign. Having our captain back for such a big occasion would be massive for us.”
The South Korean international’s presence is expected to provide a crucial lift for Spurs, who have already enjoyed a strong record against Manchester United this season. Tottenham have defeated United three times across all competitions, including a convincing 3-0 win at Old Trafford and a narrow 1-0 victory at home in the Premier League, as well as a dramatic 4-3 triumph in the League Cup.
The Europa League final offers Tottenham the chance to end a 17-year trophy drought and to secure automatic qualification for the 2025-26 Champions League group stage-a prize that adds even greater significance to the contest.
For Manchester United, the final is equally important as they seek to salvage their season with European glory. However, the prospect of facing a near full-strength Tottenham side, bolstered by the return of their inspirational captain, will be a daunting challenge.
As the countdown to Bilbao continues, all eyes will be on Son Heung-min’s fitness and whether he can inspire Tottenham to a historic European triumph.
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