South Korea captain, LA star Son Heung-min backed by coach amid rift rumour
Robert Moreno names captain Son Heung-min in South Korea's squad for Saudi Arabia and Qatar games despite rift rumours.
Son Heung-min will continue as South Korea captain despite reports of friction between the former Tottenham striker and his senior international teammates, coach Robert Moreno said.
Moreno named Son, now 34 and playing for LAFC in Major League Soccer, in his squad for friendlies against Saudi Arabia and Qatar next month.
He also selected experienced Europe-based trio Kim Min-jae, Hwang Hee-chan and Hwang In-beom, who reports say were ready to quit the national team last month.
Moreno’s contract is set to expire after the two friendlies, although South Korean football chiefs could keep him on for the Asian Cup, scheduled for Saudi Arabia in January.