With a standout performance in just his second Black & Gold appearance, his first from the opening whistle, the superstar South Korean international registered his first MLS assist in Saturday’s 2-0 win at the New England Revolution. “I’m enjoying every single day, every single second,” the Tottenham Hotspur legend said in a post-match interview on MLS Season Pass. “Especially when …
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The pair spent nearly nine years together at English Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur, only splitting ahead of the 2024 MLS season when Lloris joined the Black & Gold. Now, they’re reunited in Los Angeles after LAFC acquired Son from Tottenham earlier this week for a league-record transfer fee that’s reportedly upwards of $26.5 million. “It’s amazing to be together …
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Son Heung-min fever hits Los Angeles as record MLS signing unveiled The Times Son signs deal, calls MLS move ‘dream come true’ ESPN LAFC Signs Global Football Icon Son Heung-Min LAFC LAFC welcomes South Korean soccer superstar Son Heung-min CNN ‘Sonny in LA’ – Son joins LAFC in MLS record deal Reuters Source link
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The South Korean icon’s introductory press conference wasn’t just attended by a huge media contingent and throngs of chanting, cheering Black & Gold supporters, while its live stream was closely watched online by many thousands of fans around the world on multiple platforms, even with a 6 am start time in his homeland. The occasion was also packed with local …
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LAFC set MLS transfer record with Son Heung-min signing MLSsoccer.com Son signs deal, calls MLS move ‘dream come true’ ESPN LAFC Signs Global Football Icon Son Heung-Min LAFC Son Heung-min: Tottenham forward leaves club to join LAFC BBC LAFC welcomes South Korean soccer superstar Son Heung-min CNN Source link
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“It’s a dream come true. LA – what a city,” Son said during a press conference on Wednesday. “If I’m honest, it was not my first choice. But the first call I had with [LAFC co-president] John [Berrington] after my season finished, he changed my mind, changed my heart, my brain. “He showed me the destination where I should be. …
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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 …
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TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing LAFC completed a monumental signing on Wednesday, acquiring Son Heung-min from English Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur. The 33-year-old forward, who captains the South Korean national team, is under contract through 2027 with an option for 2028 and an additional option through June 2029. He will occupy Designated Player and international roster spots. Son arrives for …
Read More »LOS ANGELES (AP) — Son Heung-min agreed to a contract with Los Angeles FC on Tuesday, finalizing his move to Major League Soccer after a decade at Tottenham Hotspur. The 33-year-old South Korean superstar forward is joining LAFC three days after he formally announced his decision to leave Tottenham. Son attended LAFC’s Leagues Cup match against Tigres at BMO Stadium …
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