Son's agency confirms he is the victim and promises legal action against those involved in the case.
Tottenham Captain Son Heung-min Files Police Complaint Over Alleged Blackmail Scheme
Tottenham Captain Son Heung-min Files Police Complaint Over Alleged Blackmail Scheme
South Korean football star alleges attempted extortion linked to false pregnancy claims.
Tottenham Hotspur's captain and South Korean football icon, Son Heung-min, has taken legal action by lodging a criminal complaint with South Korean authorities over an alleged blackmail scheme. According to reports from Gangnam Police Station in Seoul, a woman in her 20s and a man in his 40s have been detained on suspicion of extortion related to a false claim concerning Son allegedly fathering a child.
The allegations suggest that the woman approached Son last year, alleging she was pregnant with his child and subsequently demanded money in exchange for her silence. It has also been reported that the man contacted Son earlier this year in an attempt to extract further money.
The player's management, Son & Football Limited, has publicly stated that he is the definitive victim in this situation. They emphasized their commitment to pursue severe legal repercussions against the individuals involved and reiterated that the claims made against Son are unfounded.
As the investigation is underway, Son's agency promised to keep the public informed about any developments. The timing of this incident comes as Tottenham Hotspur prepares for a significant Europa League final against Manchester United in Bilbao on Wednesday, a match that could further shape Son’s career achievements in football since he has yet to secure a trophy with the club following his transfer from Bayer Leverkusen in 2015, during which he has netted 173 goals in 451 appearances.
The allegations suggest that the woman approached Son last year, alleging she was pregnant with his child and subsequently demanded money in exchange for her silence. It has also been reported that the man contacted Son earlier this year in an attempt to extract further money.
The player's management, Son & Football Limited, has publicly stated that he is the definitive victim in this situation. They emphasized their commitment to pursue severe legal repercussions against the individuals involved and reiterated that the claims made against Son are unfounded.
As the investigation is underway, Son's agency promised to keep the public informed about any developments. The timing of this incident comes as Tottenham Hotspur prepares for a significant Europa League final against Manchester United in Bilbao on Wednesday, a match that could further shape Son’s career achievements in football since he has yet to secure a trophy with the club following his transfer from Bayer Leverkusen in 2015, during which he has netted 173 goals in 451 appearances.
