OFFICIAL: Son Heung-min confirms return to Tottenham

28/10/2025 18:14:00 ceshi

In the latest development, Los Angeles FC striker Son Heung-min has announced his plan to return to Tottenham.

Recently, Son Heung-min expressed that he “can’t wait any longer” to come back to Tottenham and wished to properly say goodbye to the fans. The South Korean forward hopes to step onto the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium once more to thank the supporters who helped build his legacy Premier League career.

Son’s time in North London ended this past summer when LAFC paid £20 million to bring him to California.

CHÍNH THỨC: Son Heung-min chốt trở lại Tottenham 730306 — Son Heung-min had an incredibly memorable period at Tottenham.

Since joining Tottenham in 2015, after spells at Hamburg and Bayer Leverkusen, until lifting the 2025 Europa League trophy as captain, Son has always been a symbol of passion and dedication. He played 445 matches, scored 173 goals, becoming not only a beloved player but also a loyal icon in an era when few stay long enough to become club legends.

However, his final game for Tottenham took place thousands of miles away, in a preseason friendly against Newcastle in Seoul. The absence of a proper farewell has always weighed on Son. Now, as he prepares to return to North London, Spurs fans are eagerly counting down the days for what promises to be an emotional goodbye in the club’s history.

In an interview with Shoot for Love, Son shared his feelings with his usual humble demeanor, talking about his desire to reunite with Spurs supporters:

“I think now is the right time to say this. Since the transfer happened, and my last match was in Korea, of course I will return to London to meet the Spurs fans. I believe I deserve to say farewell to them, and they deserve to see me one last time to say goodbye. It will definitely be a very emotional day. I truly can’t wait to go back to London and see all the Spurs supporters again.”

CHÍNH THỨC: Son Heung-min chốt trở lại Tottenham 730310 — The South Korean striker confirms his return to Tottenham to personally bid farewell to the fans (Photo: ESPN).

Since moving to the US, Son has adapted quickly to life in Los Angeles. He has been outstanding for LAFC, scoring 9 goals and providing 3 assists in 10 matches. His influence extends off the pitch as well, with the club’s social media engagement increasing by 594%, reaching 34 billion global views since his arrival. Son’s jersey sales have even surpassed those of Lionel Messi at Inter Miami, making him the top commercial icon in MLS.

Although Son has shown long-term commitment to LAFC, his European football journey might not be over. According to The Sun, Son’s contract includes a special “Beckham Clause” allowing him to temporarily return to Europe on short-term loans during the MLS offseason, similar to how David Beckham played twice for AC Milan while at LA Galaxy.

Currently, AC Milan is reportedly very interested, but they are not alone. Rumors suggest Tottenham could stage a sensational reunion, allowing Son to wear the familiar white shirt once again, even if only for a few months. Additionally, Bayern Munich, where his old friend Harry Kane plays, and Barcelona are also closely monitoring the situation, according to Fichajes.

CHÍNH THỨC: Son Heung-min chốt trở lại Tottenham 730311 — AC Milan could be a potential destination for Son Heung-min (Photo: Universo AC Milan).

Son’s long-term plans are tied to the 2026 World Cup, where he aims to lead South Korea to global success once more. A brief return to Europe is believed to help him maintain the fitness and sharpness needed ahead of the tournament.

Son’s contract with LAFC runs until 2027, with an option to extend through the 2029 MLS season. Currently, he remains focused on helping the club win the MLS Cup, a title they claimed in 2022 when Gareth Bale scored the decisive goal. Son is expected to return to play on October 29 in the first-round playoff against Austin, but in his heart, Tottenham will always be “home.”

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