- Richarlison posted AI-generated images showing Son Heung-min alongside Brazilian football legends.
- The images jokingly gave Son white-dyed hair and placed him among icons like Ronaldinho and Neymar.
- The post underlines the close friendship formed at Tottenham and recent reunion after Son’s move to LAFC.
H2: Richarlison shares playful AI tribute to Son Heung-min
Richarlison posted three AI-generated images on December 19 (Korean time) that surprised fans by placing Son Heung-min among Brazil’s most famous football figures. The images show Son sitting with icons such as Ronaldinho, Neymar, Ronaldo, Romário and Adriano — and Richarlison himself — in a staged, celebratory setting.
In the AI artwork Richarlison appears to dye Son’s hair white to match his own look. The gesture was accompanied by a cheeky caption from Richarlison: “Jealous people will say it’s a lie!” followed by a proud emoji.
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- Richarlison’s social post (caption quoted): “Jealous people will say it’s a lie!”
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H3: What the images mean — a joke and a tribute
The images are clearly playful, blending modern AI editing with football fandom. By giving Son Heung-min the white-dyed hair and placing him among Brazilian legends, Richarlison was teasingly claiming the South Korean forward as an honorary Brazilian — a lighthearted nod to their friendship and mutual respect.
An account believed to be the image creator also joked, “Son Heung-min is on our side!” suggesting the edits were made in good humour and intended to include Son in Brazilian football culture, at least in spirit.
H3: Friendship forged at Tottenham
The images also highlight the warm bond Son built with teammates at Tottenham. During three seasons together starting in 2022, Son and Richarlison became close on and off the pitch, performing celebrations like Richarlison’s “Pigeon Dance” together and publicly supporting one another.
Son left Tottenham for LAFC in August, but the pair have kept friendly ties. Son returned to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on the 10th to greet fans and meet former teammates, sparking more playful banter between him and Richarlison. Video clips and post-match interactions show the pair teasing each other about past victories and shared memories.
H4: Fan reaction and wider context
Fans reacted positively to the images, interpreting them as an affectionate tribute rather than anything serious. The post taps into two current trends: celebrity AI edits and cross-cultural football camaraderie. For many supporters, the images underline Son’s universal appeal and Richarlison’s fondness for his former teammate.
While the AI images are fictional, they emphasize a real connection — a friendship that stretches beyond club colours and nationalities. Richarlison’s playful claim is another reminder of how footballers use social media to celebrate friendships and entertain fans worldwide.
Image Referance: https://www.chosun.com/english/sports-en/2025/12/19/NFY4ANO3URA65DR7IAHKWSERKI/
