Son Heung-min praises 'amazing' Newcastle player

The Spurs skipper reserved special praise for one of Newcastle United’s players after Sunday’s 4-1 mauling in north London.

Tottenham captain Son Heung-min praised Newcastle defender Kieran Trippier after Spurs won 4-1.

In Sunday’s Premier League game, Son played on the left wing, pitting him against former Spurs teammate Trippier. The South Korean went on to score a penalty and supply two assists. His efforts helped Spurs end a five-game winless run, keeping the club in fifth place in the standings.

“Tripps is one of my closest friends,” Son said of Trippier on Sky Sports.

“We had a fantastic time here, but when you play against each other there is no friends.

“I tried to beat him in the game. He’s an amazing, amazing defender and it was a hard time for me.”

Son has now produced 10 goals and four assists for Tottenham in 16 league games this season.

The 31-year-old attacker will now prepare for Friday’s trip to Nottingham Forest in another Premier League fixture.

"Should we call Harry back?" 😅📞

Son reacts after taking Tottenham's first penalty since Harry Kane left the club 🎙️ pic.twitter.com/aVmw1buRBg

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