Quick Info
| Profession | Footballer |
|---|---|
| Nationality | South Korean |
| Date of Birth | 16/04/2006 |
| Age | 20 years |
| Birthplace | Gwangju, Gyeonggi, South Korea |
Latest News about Yang Min-hyeok
05/10/2026
Yang Min-hyeok apologized publicly after backlash over comments interpreted as suggesting South Korea’s Asian Games gold medal was driven by military-service exemption rather than sporting ambition. He said his remarks were disappointing and promised to respond with better performances and greater responsibility on the field.
04/10/2026
Yang Min-hyeok was named in South Korea’s squad for the 2026 Asian Games after a season of multiple loan spells away from Tottenham Hotspur. Reports noted that he had already gained senior international experience and had been part of Coventry City’s Championship-winning squad.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Yang Min-hyeok |
|---|---|
| Known For | South Korean winger who has played for Gangwon FC, Tottenham Hotspur and loan clubs in Europe. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 172 cm |
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| Weight | 62 kg |
| Preferred Foot | Right |
| Playing Position | Winger |
Career
| Early Career | Joined Gangneung Jeil High School in 2022 and played for Gangwon FC's youth setup. |
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| Professional Debut | Promoted to Gangwon FC's senior team ahead of the 2024 season. |
| Club Career | Signed for Tottenham Hotspur in 2025 after developing at Gangwon FC; spent loan spells in the EFL Championship and later at KVC Westerlo. |
| International Career | Represented South Korea at U-16 and U-17 levels and played at the AFC U-17 Asian Cup and FIFA U-17 World Cup. Later appeared for South Korea at senior level. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Won the K League Player of the Month award for July 2024. | |
| 2. Was named the Korean Football Association's Men's Young Player of the Year for 2024. | |
| 3. Played as a right winger and also as a left winger. | |
| 4. Was born in 2006. |