Overview

• LAFC paid €22 million to secure Son’s transfer from Tottenham, marking the highest fee ever in Major League Soccer
• Son signed through 2027 with a guaranteed $20 million annual salary, eclipsing the earnings of club legend Carlos Vela
• The 32-year-old cited Messi’s impact in MLS as a turning point that convinced him to shift his career to Los Angeles
• Reflecting on his 2018 World Cup visit, Son recalled Mexican fans’ warm reception and said he immediately felt at home
• Son is expected to make his first appearance for LAFC against Chicago Fire in MLS Week 25 this weekend