Son Heung-min Transfer News: LAFC Close to Signing Tottenham Captain After Europa League Victory
LAFC are advancing in talks to sign Tottenham captain Son Heung-min this summer, with the MLS club closing in on one of soccer's biggest transfer coups. The 33-year-old could leave Spurs after finally winning his first trophy.
Los Angeles FC are progressing in negotiations to bring Son Heung-min to Major League Soccer, with sources indicating talks have reached an advanced stage. The South Korean forward has entered the final year of his Tottenham contract and appears open to a new challenge after achieving his dream of winning silverware with Spurs.
LAFC are close to agreeing terms with Son, though salary expectations remain a sticking point. The MLS club would utilize their Designated Player slots to accommodate the high-profile signing.
Son's potential departure comes at the perfect moment. The Tottenham captain lifted the Europa League trophy in May 2025 after a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in Bilbao, ending the club's 17-year trophy drought. Having finally achieved his goal of winning silverware with Spurs, Son can now leave as a true legend rather than another star who departed empty-handed.
"I have accomplished everything in the ten years I've been at Tottenham, except for one thing," Son said before the final. That missing piece is now complete.
Despite Son's legendary status, multiple factors make his departure likely:
New Management: Thomas Frank replaced Ange Postecoglou as Tottenham manager in June 2025, despite the Australian winning the Europa League. Frank may view this as an opportunity to reshape the squad.
Contract Situation: Tottenham have the option to extend Son's deal until 2026 without offering fresh terms, but the club appears willing to grant his wishes.
Financial Pragmatism: Spurs are reportedly ready to accept just £15-20 million from LAFC, significantly less than Saudi offers, showing their willingness to facilitate Son's preferred destination.
Son is contractually obligated to play in Tottenham's friendly against Newcastle in Seoul on August 3. Any official transfer announcement will likely wait until after this commercially important fixture. The timing allows Tottenham to maximize revenue from their Asian tour while respecting Son's wishes.
Son's decade at Tottenham has been remarkable:
- 454 appearances across all competitions, making him only the seventh player to reach 450+ games for the club
- 173 goals, placing him fifth in Tottenham's all-time scoring list
- 71 Premier League assists, making him the club's all-time leader in that category
- First major trophy as captain
LAFC face competition from Saudi clubs, with dealmakers prepared to pay $40 million for Son's signature. However, reports suggest Son favors the MLS move, viewing it as a better fit for this stage of his career.
For LAFC, signing Son would be transformational. The Korean superstar would bring global recognition and marketing appeal to match his on-field quality, potentially rivaling the impact of Lionel Messi's move to Inter Miami.
For Tottenham, losing Son marks the end of an era, but the club appears content to honor their captain's wishes after his loyal service and trophy success. Frank can use any transfer fee to reshape the squad according to his vision.
Son's potential MLS move represents a win-win scenario: he leaves Tottenham as a trophy winner and club legend, while embarking on an exciting new chapter in American soccer.
