• Son Heung-min completes a record-breaking transfer to Los Angeles FC from Tottenham for $26 million.
• The South Korean star aims to make an impact in MLS following an illustrious decade at Spurs.
• Son received an emotional farewell after leading Tottenham to their first major trophy in 17 years.

Son Heung-min has officially completed his transfer to Los Angeles FC from Tottenham Hotspur, marking a significant shift in his career after a successful tenure of ten years at Tottenham. The transfer fee is reported to be around $26 million, making it a record for Major League Soccer (MLS), surpassing the previous record held by Atlanta United for player Emmanuel Latte Lath. Son expressed his desire for a new challenge during a press conference, stating, "I’m here to win, and I will perform," according to SCMP, Al Jazeera, and BBC.

The announcement of his transfer comes shortly after Son's emotional farewell match for Spurs, during which he received a guard of honour from both Tottenham and Newcastle players in front of nearly 65,000 fans in Seoul. Son leaves Tottenham with an impressive record of 173 goals in 454 matches, and he played a pivotal role in ending the club’s trophy drought by winning the Europa League in May. Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy praised Son's contributions to the club, stating, "He has been a joy to watch over the past decade," according to Al Jazeera, SCMP, and BBC.

Son’s move is not only significant in terms of his career but also for LAFC, which currently sits sixth in the Western Conference. His popularity is expected to attract a large fan base in Los Angeles, particularly within the Korean community. Upon his arrival, a crowd of about 40 fans awaited him at Los Angeles International Airport, illustrating his status as a global icon and the excitement surrounding his signing. Jun Kwon, a fan, expressed, "He’s going to change things here," showing the high hopes held for Son as he begins this new chapter of his career, according to SCMP and SCMP.

During his introduction to LAFC, Son noted that he was initially uncertain about joining the club, saying, "If I’m honest, it was not my first choice," but was convinced by LAFC's management. Now, his teammates, including former Spurs player Hugo Lloris, and the opportunity to impact an MLS team known for its vibrant support and competitive spirit have energized Son about his future in the league, as reported by Al Jazeera and SCMP.