Major League Soccer (MLS) club Los Angeles FC have announced the signing of Heung-Min Son.
The South Korean joins LA FC after spending 10 years at Tottenham Hotspur.
“LAFC announced today that the club has acquired Son Heung-Min from Tottenham Hotspur of the English Premier League. Son will occupy an international roster slot and will be eligible to play upon receipt of his P-1 Visa and International Transfer Certificate (ITC).
“One of the most talented and popular Asian players in football history, Son joins LAFC after an iconic 10-year run with Tottenham Hotspur in the English Premier League, where he scored 173 goals across all competitions, registered 101 assists, and became the first Asian player to win the Premier League Golden Boot in 2021–22.
“The captain of the South Korean National Team, Son has appeared in three World Cups and is one of South Korea’s all-time leading scorers in over 130 appearances.”
“Sonny is a global icon and one of the most dynamic and accomplished players in world football,” said LAFC Co-President & General Manager John Thorrington. “His ambition, ability, and character align perfectly with our values at LAFC. We are proud that he has chosen Los Angeles for the next chapter of his extraordinary career. Sonny is a proven winner and a world-class individual, and we are confident he will elevate our club and inspire our community – both on and off the pitch.”
Son becomes the latest in a distinguished line of international football stars to join LAFC, following in the footsteps of Carlos Vela, Giorgio Chiellini, Olivier Giroud, and former Tottenham teammates Gareth Bale and Hugo Lloris.
