Goalkeeper Hugo Lloris anticipates a substantial contribution from Heung-min Son following their impressive reunion at LAFC
Son Heung-min Joins Los Angeles FC for Record-Breaking Transfer Fee
South Korean football star Son Heung-min has officially joined Los Angeles FC (LAFC) in a historic transfer deal worth a reported $26.5 million, setting a new Major League Soccer (MLS) transfer record.
This transfer fee surpasses the previous record of $22 million paid by Atlanta United for Emmanuel Latte Lath earlier in 2025. The transfer marks the highest amount ever spent by an MLS club on a player's transfer.
At 33, Son leaves Tottenham Hotspur after a decade of remarkable service, during which he scored 173 goals and provided 101 assists in 454 appearances. His signing is expected to elevate LAFC's competitive stature and enhance the league's profile globally.
Son's contract with LAFC runs through 2027, with options extending to 2029. LAFC head coach Steve Cherundolo expressed his excitement about Son's potential impact on the team and believes his personality and quality on the field will benefit both LAFC and the MLS.
Cherundolo also stated that the club is well-prepared for Son's arrival. The immigration process for Son is currently ongoing, and he is expected to make his MLS debut for LAFC against Chicago Fire on Sunday.
Hugo Lloris, who joined LAFC in the 2024 season, expressed his support for Son's move to Los Angeles FC. Lloris and Son played together for nine years at Tottenham Hotspur, and Lloris expects Son to have a significant impact on LAFC.
Son's departure from Tottenham Hotspur comes after a successful season in which he helped the club win the Europa League. He made a total of 333 appearances in the Premier League for Tottenham Hotspur, contributing to 154 goals.
The fee paid to Tottenham Hotspur for Son Heung-min surpasses the previous MLS record of $22 million. Atlanta United previously held the MLS record transfer fee of £16.5m for Emmanuel Latte Lath.
This transfer reflects LAFC's ambition and the growing financial muscle of the MLS to attract top international talent. The signing of Son Heung-min is a significant moment for the MLS and a clear indication of the league's growing prominence on the global football stage.
Son Heung-min's move to LAFC marks his entry into American football, specifically Major League Soccer (MLS), after a decade of playing football in the Premier League for Tottenham Hotspur. His signing for a record-breaking transfer fee of $26.5 million is anticipated to boost LAFC's competitive standing and enhance the MLS's global reputation in sports.
