Son is Premier League’s joint-top scorer with eight goalsCurrent contract of £140k-a-week runs out in 2023Tottenham are to open talks with Son Heung-min’s new representatives over a contract extension, with the forward in line to become one of the club’s top earners in recognition of his consistent performances over the past few seasons.

Son is the Premier League’s joint top-scorer this season with eight goals and his closing in on his 100th for Spurs, having made almost 250 appearances since joining from Bayer Leverkusen in August 2015 for an initial £22m.