The Son Heung-min precedent Kim Min-su will want to follow as Rangers transfer close
Son Heung-min will certainly be an example for Rangers transfer target Kim Min-su on and off the pitch.
The South Korea international established himself as one of the best wingers in the world during his time with Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.
Now, the 34-year-old is enjoying the twilight years of his career at Los Angeles FC.
Kim still has a long way to go, with Ibrox looking like his next stop after Girona.
The Glaswegian outfit are working on a deal for the 20-year-old, who has attracted plenty of attention in Spain's second division.
While he could soon arrive at the Govan side, there may be one obstacle in the South Korean youngster's career that he may want to avoid in the coming years.
Why Rangers target Kim Min-su could be forced into footballing break
Kim's medical at Auchenhowie has been booked and his transfer to the club seems imminent.
Military service is mandatory for South Korean men between the ages of 18 and 28.
Kim may have to serve a minimum of 18 months soon and professional players often wait until their mid-20s to join the military.
While there's plenty of time left for the winger, he could potentially follow in the footsteps of his country's footballing icon.
Son earned an exemption from military service and served for just three weeks in 2020 after winning the 2018 Asian Games with South Korea.
The next one takes place between 15 September and 3 October, but Kim isn't a part of South Korea's squad.
As a result, the attacker may have to wait for the 2028 Olympics or the 2030 Asian Games to possibly win a tournament with his country.
Why Kim Min-su transfer won't be last at Ibrox
Kim would represent the 12th signing for the summer at Rangers, the same number of additions Kevin Thelwell sanctioned a year ago.
Andrew Cavenagh and 49ers Enterprises have spent a significant sum on players since taking over the Gers, but there are still plenty of holes in the squad.
The Light Blues look unbalanced all over the pitch, with a lack of specific players in defence, midfield and attack giving Derek McInnes a selection headache.
Apart from Kim, the Govan side should look to sign another centre-back, a creative midfielder, another winger and a centre-forward if they want to be serious about competing for titles this season.