Fakayejo Paul
LOS ANGELES, USA – In a monumental transfer that has sent shockwaves through the global football community, Tottenham Hotspur legend Heung-min Son has officially joined Los Angeles FC on a permanent deal.
The move, which was confirmed by LAFC today, sees the South Korean star sign a contract valid through 2027, with club options to extend the deal through June 2029.
The transfer marks the end of an iconic 10-year tenure for Son at Tottenham, where he became a club icon, an adored figure in the Premier League, and the first-ever Asian player to win the Golden Boot.
The reported transfer fee, at over $26 million, is believed to be a new Major League Soccer record, underscoring LAFC’s ambition and the immense value they place on the player.
Son, 33, has been a key part of Spurs’ success over the last decade, and his departure comes after an emotional farewell from the club.
His decision to leave was driven by a desire for a new challenge, and he has expressed his excitement about this new chapter in his career.
At LAFC, he will join a team that already includes his former Tottenham teammate, Hugo Lloris. The move is also expected to significantly boost the club’s profile and fan base, particularly within the sizable Korean community in Los Angeles.