In a succinct but powerful statement, Kane praised Son not only for his outstanding contributions on the pitch but also for his humility and character off it.

“Massive congratulations to him and his career at Tottenham,” Kane said. “First and foremost, [he is] a great person. I’ve got to know him really well as a friend, and just how humble he is and how good a guy he is.”

Their deep mutual respect extends beyond the football field. Over the years, Kane and Son have built a genuine personal friendship, with Kane often highlighting Son’s approachable personality and work ethic.

This bond, built on and off the pitch, added an intangible quality to their connection, helping form one of the most celebrated partnerships in Premier League history.

A Formidable Partnership that Defined an Era

On the field, Kane reflected on the unique chemistry that made their partnership so special. “I think as a player, you know, we had one of the best partnerships in Premier League history. We just had that connection that we loved.”

Since Son arrived at Tottenham in 2015 from Bayer Leverkusen, his pace, technical ability, and eye for goal quickly established him as a talismanic figure.

Together, Kane and Son terrorized defenses with their complementary styles—the clinical finishing and positioning of Kane paired with Son’s blistering speed and creativity.

Their on-field rapport resulted in dozens of combined goals and assists over multiple seasons, thrilling Spurs fans and elevating the club’s attacking threat.

Beyond statistics, Son’s professionalism and leadership made a lasting impact on Tottenham’s identity during a challenging and transformative time.

As Son now moves on to Major League Soccer with Los Angeles FC, Kane’s tribute highlights the enduring mark he leaves behind—not only as a teammate but as a close friend and one of Tottenham’s all-time greats.