Son Heung-min Set for Record MLS Move After Leaving Tottenham

London – Son Heung-min, the South Korean forward, is set to join Major League Soccer (MLS) club Los Angeles FC (LAFC) after announcing his departure from Tottenham Hotspur. The 33-year-old is expected to sign a deal worth around £20 million, making it one of the most expensive transfers in MLS history.

Finalizing the Transfer

Negotiations between Tottenham and LAFC are in the final stages, with only the contract signing and medical tests remaining. Son, who spent 10 years at Spurs, confirmed his exit last Saturday. His final match for the club was likely the friendly against Newcastle in Seoul on Sunday.

Son’s Legacy at Tottenham

Son joined Tottenham from Bayer Leverkusen in 2015 and became a club legend, scoring 173 goals in 454 appearances. He captained the team to their Europa League victory in May, ending Tottenham’s 17-year trophy drought.

Breaking MLS Transfer Records

If completed, Son’s move would surpass the £22.5 million that Atlanta United paid for Ezequiel Barco in 2018, setting a new benchmark for MLS signings. The transfer highlights the league’s growing appeal among global football stars.

Son’s switch to LAFC marks the end of an era at Tottenham while opening an exciting new chapter in his career in the United States.