Heung-min Son has decided to bring his time at Tottenham to an end. The South Korean forward, a 2024/25 Europa League champion, has confirmed that he’s asked to leave the club and is already in talks to join Los Angeles FC in Major League Soccer. “I asked to leave Spurs. My decision has been made. I gave my best here and now I need a new challenge,” he said. According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, the request has been delivered to manager Thomas Frank and the club’s board.
The announcement of a change
Son opened up about his choice. “It’s the hardest decision of my life. I came to north London as a kid. I’m leaving still young,” he said. His words sum up a bond built over a decade. He joined Tottenham in 2015 from Bayer Leverkusen in a €30 million transfer. Since then, he’s made 454 appearances, scored 173 goals and provided 101 assists.
Spending that long with the same team is rare in today’s soccer. Son played under different managers, with changing squads and across various competitions, maintaining a steady presence on the field. At Tottenham, he experienced highs and lows alongside the club and was part of key moments, including the recent Europa League triumph that ended the Spurs’ 41-year trophy drought.
The interest from Los Angeles FC
Los Angeles FC is currently one of the most ambitious clubs in MLS. Bringing in a player with Son’s global reach would have an immediate impact both technically and commercially. For the American side, signing an athlete with relevance in both Europe and Asia could boost the club’s profile and draw in new audiences.
Talks between Son and Los Angeles FC are still ongoing. Tottenham, meanwhile, will have to face the challenge of losing a player who has been part of the squad for a decade. The deal’s conclusion will depend on financial agreements and contract terms.
A potential move to the United States would mark a major shift in the South Korean’s career. After a long and consistent run in the Premier League, Son could begin a new chapter in a league that continues to grow and attract high-profile names.