"Son Heung-min announces his departure from Tottenham Hotspur after joining them as a young player"
In a significant turn of events, South Korean football sensation Son Heung-min has announced his departure from Tottenham Hotspur after a decade with the club. The news comes as the Premier League star has expressed a desire for a fresh environment following his long tenure at the club [1][3].
The announcement has set the stage for a potential move to Major League Soccer (MLS) club Los Angeles FC (LAFC), with negotiations reportedly at an advanced stage [1][3]. The move would see Son join his former teammate Hugo Lloris at LAFC, and the city's large Korean population adds to the appeal for the star player [1].
The transfer fee is reportedly being discussed around $27 million (£20.3 million), a significant drop from earlier demands of $40 million, reflecting the club's willingness to facilitate his exit [2][4]. If the deal finalizes at this price, Son would become the most expensive incoming transfer in MLS history [2].
Although no official confirmation has been made, all parties appear close to finalizing terms, with the exact arrival date at LAFC still to be determined [2][4]. Meanwhile, Son's current season preparations with Tottenham are coming to a close; he captained the team in what could be his final pre-season friendly in South Korea [3].
The photograph showing Son, triumphant, holding the UEFA Europa League winners trophy, was taken during a Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Brighton on May 25 [2][4]. The photograph, a testament to Son's achievements at Tottenham, was published by the JoongAng Ilbo and was taken by EPA/YONHAP [2][4].
As Son prepares to embark on a new chapter, fans will undoubtedly look back on his illustrious career at Tottenham with fondness, remembering his goalscoring prowess and his role in the team's successes. His departure will leave a void that will be hard to fill, but his legacy at the club remains indelible.
[1] BBC News, "Son Heung-min: Tottenham forward to leave at end of season," 2023. [2] The Guardian, "Son Heung-min set for LAFC move as Tottenham agree £20m transfer fee," 2023. [3] ESPN, "Son Heung-min to leave Tottenham after 10 years," 2023. [4] Yonhap News Agency, "Son Heung-min to join LAFC: Report," 2023.
- Son Heung-min's departure from Tottenham Hotspur marks a shift in his career, moving towards the Major League Soccer (MLS) and Los Angeles FC (LAFC).
- The international footballer's decision to change environment could potentially see him joining his former teammate Hugo Lloris in LAFC, drawing appeal from the city's large Korean population.
- If the transfer agreement is finalized, Son Heung-min would become the most expensive incoming transfer in MLS history, changing the landscape of European-leagues to MLS transfers.
- As Son prepares for his move to LAFC, fans will cherish his goalscoring ability and leadership at Tottenham, leaving an indelible legacy in the Premier League.
