TOTTENHAM star Son Heung-min has begged fans not to watch his military service stint and follow government guidelines.
The South Korean international will begin his four-week mandatory national service immediately, with the ex-Bayer Leverkusen forward not expected back in England until May.
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Son Heung-min has asked fans not to watch him in military serviceCredit: Reuters
Son, 27, headed back to his native country to partake in the service following his stint in isolation.
He is considered a hero in South Korea having scored 27 goals in 87 appearances for his national side.
A statement on his Facebook page revealed fans and reporters have been in contact asking if they could watch him in action.
It read: “As large gatherings have been discouraged due to the COVID-19 virus and as we are working to comply with government policy, we will not be opening this event up to the public.
“This decision is being made to ensure the safety of the fans and reporters and to prevent any dangerous situations from arising.
“Thank you for your understanding. Heung Min Son looks forward to completing his military duty and doing his best at the training facility.”
Under South Korean law, before the age of 28 you must complete 21 months of national service unless you earn an exemption.
Son earned his exemption after helping his country win gold at the Asian Games in 2018.
The forward will have to go in tear gas chambers and do live-fire drills during his mandatory military training.
He will be also exposed to tear gas, learn how to rifle and be put through combat drills to ensure he is fighting fit.
Son will also do chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear exercises as well as undergoing discipline education.
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