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Heung-min Son Set to Join LAFC in €15m MLS Move
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Heung-min Son has reached a full verbal agreement to sign for Los Angeles FC. All involved sides—Tottenham, LAFC, and the player—have accepted the terms. The South Korean star is now finalising the formal paperwork needed to complete his switch to Major League Soccer.
Tottenham will receive over €15 million for the 32-year-old, who had one year left on his current deal in North London. This move ends a successful spell in the Premier League, where Son became a fan favourite and key figure in the Spurs attack.
He did not return to the UK with the rest of the Tottenham squad following their pre-season tour. Instead, Son stayed behind to sort out the final steps of his transfer to the United States.
LAFC moved quickly to secure his signature after being given the green light by his camp. The club has been targeting a high-profile attacking player to boost their MLS Cup push and commercial reach. Son fits that ambition with his global appeal and proven track record at the highest level.
Son scored 162 goals in 399 appearances for Tottenham across all competitions. He was named Premier League Golden Boot winner in 2022 and has been one of the most consistent performers in English football. His speed, finishing, and work rate made him a top-tier forward under different managers.
Tottenham have already begun planning for life without their long-serving captain. The club is expected to enter the market for a replacement, although internal options may also be explored.
For LAFC, Son’s arrival will boost ticket sales, shirt revenue, and the club’s position in the Western Conference. He becomes the latest European-based player to join the MLS in recent months.
Fans in South Korea and the United States are preparing to follow Son’s next chapter closely. His move signals a major boost to the profile of the MLS and is set to draw new international attention to the league.
The official unveiling will follow once all documents are signed and processed. Until then, LAFC and Son are keeping things quiet as the club handles logistics around travel and presentation.
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