Newcastle vs Tottenham: Live score, team news and updates as Son Heung-min waves goodbye after a decade in north London in a pre-season friendly

While there were definitely some tears shed at the press conference on Saturday, Son still managed to crack a smile later in the day.

The South Korea captain was joined by his countryman and combat sports star Choi Hong-man during a media event yesterday.

The colossal 7ft2in former kickboxing champion swiftly lifted Son into his arms and cradled the 33-year-old like a baby.

Imagine having him waiting in the box for a corner...

Son Heung-min could play his last game for Tottenham in his native South Korea on Sunday after informing the club he that he will leave this summer.

The 33-year-old will likely bring down the curtain on a decade in North London when he appears against Newcastle at the Seoul World Cup Stadium, in front of a sell-out crowd of 66,000.

Spurs are discussing a deal with MLS club Los Angeles FC, although the value is thought to be less than what they would receive from Saudi Arabia, where clubs had also expressed an interest.

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Welcome to Mail Sport's coverage of Newcastle vs Tottenham at the Seoul World Cup Stadium in South Korea.

We'll have all the news and updates right here ahead of kick-off at 12pm BST.

Today's game looks set to be an extra special fixture for Spurs captain Son Heung-min as this looks set to be his final game for the club after a decade in north London.

Expect him to receive a raucous reception from his countrymen as he waves goodbye.