Son Heung-min Sets MLS Transfer Record with $26M LAFC Move

Son Heung-min has officially transferred from Tottenham Hotspur to Los Angeles FC in Major League Soccer for a record-breaking fee of €22 million ($26 million), making him the most expensive incoming player in MLS history. Son signed a contract through 2027 with options extending to 2029 and expressed pride in representing Los Angeles' Korea Town, citing the move as a new challenge and preparation for potentially his last World Cup. During his decade at Tottenham, Son became a club legend with 173 goals and 101 assists, helping the team win the 2024-25 Europa League and earning the Premier League Golden Boot in 2022. LAFC sees Son as a marquee international signing following stars like Carlos Vela and Gareth Bale, and Son himself called the move a 'dream come true' while emphasizing his readiness to perform and mentor younger players. This transfer is the third record-breaking MLS transfer in 2025, following those of Kevin Denkey and Emmanuel Latte Lath, highlighting a growing trend of high-profile international players joining the league. Despite not being the most globally iconic MLS player compared to stars like Lionel Messi or David Beckham, Son's transfer fee underscores his significance and the increasing financial muscle of MLS clubs.