Yang Min-hyuk (18, Kangwon FC) revealed his dream to join the national team.
Gangwon FC (hereinafter referred to as Gangwon FC) released an official interview on the 21st regarding Yang Min-hyuk’s winning the EA Sports K League Player of the Month Award in July organized by the Korea Professional Football Federation. It was an interview commemorating the emergence of the “youngest” player of the month in K-League history along with three individual awards (goal, young player of the month, player of the month).
At the same time, the eyes will be on the list of the Asian third qualifying team for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North Korea, China and the U.S., which is scheduled to be announced on the 26th. Hong Myung-bo, who has finally finished selecting the coaching staff, is drawing attention to what kind of “new face” he will take over compared to his predecessor.
In particular, the possibility of Yang Min-hyuk, who has been confirmed to transfer to Tottenham in January next year, is drawing keen attention. Gangwon (50 points), which is ranking first in the K League 1 this season, is expected to select a list of players who play key roles such as Hwang Moon-ki, excluding Yang Min-hyuk.
“It is true that it is a place that (the national team) dreams of and wants to go,” Yang said. “But I don’t have high expectations. Above all, there is a lot of work that I have to do. If I do my part, I think I will be able to go someday, not now.”
▲ Here’s Yang Minhyuk’s question and answer.
- How do you feel about winning the “Youngest” Player of the Month award.
I received many awards in July, and I’m especially honored to be able to set a record of being the youngest player of the month award. I think I received the award because of the fans’ support. I’m really grateful.
- How do you feel about winning three individual awards in July.
July will be an unforgettable month for me. Manager (Yoon Jung-hwan), coaching staff and fellow players helped me a lot, which allowed me to receive many awards. I want to share this ball with the team members.
- It’s become popular among K-League fans. Can you believe it.
Not only my performance, but also because Gangwon is doing really well, I think many fans are supporting me. (The fans’ support) is also the reason why we can do better.
- What is the driving force behind Gangwon’s leading race.
All the best 11 players, as well as the team, are playing in one mind. I think the chemistry between the players is also showing good performance on the field.
- If there is a goal you want to achieve in Gangwon.
We are in a situation where we can try to win (K League 1) with good results. I want to win with my brothers and leave in a good mood.
- The MVP of the year-end award ceremony is coming out.
It would be nice to win the MVP award, but there are still many more games to play. If you can perform well in each game, rather than thinking about the award, the rest will naturally follow you. I have never thought about (the costumes of the awards ceremony), but (Kim Byung-ji) said that he would match a suit to me, so I think I will wear it. 메이저놀이터
- Do you have any expectations for the selection of the national team.
Of course, it is true that it is a dream and a place I want to go. But I don’t have high expectations, and above all, there is a lot of work left for me to do. If I do my part, I think I will be able to go someday, not now.