LAFC confirmed on Wednesday that Tottenham Hotspur legend Son Heung-Min has finalized his move to MLS.
Sources told ESPN the deal is worth around $26 million, a record for MLS. That figure breaks the mark of $22 million Atlanta United FC spent last winter to acquire forward Emmanuel Latte Lath.
His contract at Tottenham would have run through the summer of 2026, while his new deal at LAFC, where he will be a designated player, goes through 2027 and has options that could see it extended as long as 2029.
"I'm incredibly proud to be joining LAFC, a club with big ambitions in one of the most iconic sports cities in the world," Son said. "Los Angeles has such a rich history of champions, and I am here to help write the next chapter. I'm excited for this new challenge in MLS. I have come to L.A. to lift trophies and give everything for this club, this city, and its fans. I cannot wait to get started."
Son's final Spurs appearance came in a friendly against Newcastle in his native South Korea on Sunday, one day after he had announced his intention to end his 10-year association with the Premier League club.
The 33-year-old enjoyed a stellar decade in north London, scoring 173 goals and registering 101 assists in 454 appearances for the club in all competitions.
He formed a fearsome partnership with Spurs' all-time top scorer Harry Kane -- the duo hold the record for the most goal combinations between two players in Premier League history -- before the England captain left for Bayern Munich in 2023.
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In the absence of his longtime teammate, Son became Spurs' new talisman. He was subsequently named captain by former head coach Ange Postecoglou following Hugo Lloris' move to the MLS. Son and Lloris will link up once again at LAFC.
Son's final competitive appearance for Spurs came in the team's Europa League final victory over Manchester United in Bilbao, Spain, in May.
LAFC sits in sixth place in MLS' Western Conference, though the black and gold have at least two games in hand on the teams above them in the standings.
"Sonny is a global icon and one of the most dynamic and accomplished players in world football," said LAFC co-president and general manager John Thorrington. "His ambition, ability, and character align perfectly with our values at LAFC. We are proud that he has chosen Los Angeles for the next chapter of his extraordinary career. Sonny is a proven winner and a world-class individual, and we are confident he will elevate our club and inspire our community - both on and off the pitch."
Information from ESPN's Jeff Carlisle and Lizzy Becherano contributed to this report