Son Heung-Min: A Dream Come True at LAFC
LAFC’s star summer signing, Son Heung-Min, has expressed that joining the MLS club is a “dream come true” after a decade-long career with Tottenham Hotspur.Son made these statements at his introductory press conference in Los Angeles on Wednesday. In addition, he thanked the management, including John Thorrington and Bennett Rosenthal, for their hard work in making his arrival a reality. LAFC secured the player as a designated player with a contract until 2027, with an option for 2028 and another option until June 2029. The agreement between LAFC and Spurs for the forward is estimated at around $26 million, setting a record in MLS. Son, twice Tottenham Player of the Year, admitted it was an emotional farewell from the Premier League team he joined in 2015 from Bayer Leverkusen, but he was prepared for this new chapter.Good afternoon everyone, what can I say? A dream come true. L.A., what a city.
Son Heung-Min
The player also expressed his desire to give advice to young people. After training during the preseason with his former club, the three-time World Cup participant claimed to be ready to debut in MLS in the near future.I think it was very emotional, because I gave it my all. I felt like I needed a new chapter, a new challenge, that’s why I chose LAFC, and obviously I am very… I think we can say I’m older, but I still have good physical condition, good legs and I still have good quality, I would say.
Son Heung-Min
With Tottenham, Son scored 137 goals in all competitions and was the first Asian player to win the Premier League Golden Boot award in the 2021-22 season. At LAFC, the forward will reunite with his former Tottenham teammate, Hugo Lloris. LAFC is currently in sixth place in the Western Conference standings and will play away against the Chicago Fire FC on Saturday.My physical condition is excellent, as I have just gone through the pre-season. I came here to play football and I am ready to play, but some preparation work needs to be done and I will work with the coaching staff and others to get on the field as soon as possible.
Son Heung-Min
