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Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed that Son Heung-min has joined Major League Soccer (MLS) side Los Angeles FC on a permanent transfer.

BBC Sport understands that LAFC have paid an MLS record fee of $26m (£19.5m).

The forward revealed in a news conference on Saturday that he would leave Tottenham after 10 years at the club.

The 33-year-old was present at LAFC's 2-1 Leagues Cup win over Mexican side Tigres UANL on Tuesday.

The paperwork and medical were completed this week, allowing Son to complete the transfer.

The fee paid to Spurs for the South Korean surpasses the previous MLS record of £16.5m paid by Atlanta United to sign Emmanuel Latte Lath from Middlesbrough in February.

Son joins an LAFC side currently sixth in the Western Conference and reunites with former Tottenham team-mate Hugo Lloris.

He made his final appearance for Tottenham in a 1-1 pre-season friendly against Newcastle in Seoul, South Korea, on Sunday.

After arriving from Bayer Leverkusen in 2015 he scored 173 goals in 454 appearances for Spurs.

He was captain when Tottenham beat Manchester United in the Europa League final in May to clinch their first trophy in 17 years.

Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy said: "Sonny is one of the greatest players to ever wear the famous Lilywhite shirt and he has been a joy to watch over the past decade.

"Not only is he a wonderfully gifted footballer, but he's also an incredible human being who has touched hearts and inspired people throughout the club and all over the world.

"Sonny has given so much to this club, both on and off the pitch, and for that we are forever grateful.

"We wish him all the best for the future, and he will always be welcome back at the club as a beloved and cherished member of our Spurs family."

Wycombe Wanderers have signed Tottenham Hotspur midfielder George Abbott on a season-long loan.

The 19-year-old spent the 2024-25 campaign on loan at League club Two Notts County where he made 40 league appearances and scored five goals, including the EFL goal of the season against Accrington Stanley in January.

Abbott, who can play in defence or midfield, joined Spurs at the age of seven and has three caps for England Under-18s.

Stoke City have signed attacking midfielder Jamie Donley on a season-long loan deal from Tottenham Hotspur.

The 20-year-old spent last season on loan at Leyton Orient, where he made 52 appearances in total, scoring eight times and providing 11 assists.

In January, Donley gained notoriety when, against Manchester City, his left-footed strike from 45 yards out hit the crossbar before hitting the back of City goalkeeper Stefan Ortega to give the O's the lead in their eventual 2-1 FA Cup defeat.

Born in Antrim, Donley is also a Northern Ireland international and made his debut in March.

Oxford United have signed Tottenham Hotspur striker Will Lankshear on a season-long loan.

The 20-year-old has made six senior appearances for Spurs, scoring his only goal so far in a 3-2 Europa League defeat to Galatasaray last season, in which he was later shown a red card.

He spent the second half of last season on loan at West Bromwich Albion, making 11 appearances without scoring a goal.

In 2023-24, Lankshear was the top scorer in Premier League 2, scoring 18 goals in 19 games for Spurs.

"This is a really exciting opportunity for me to be joining a great club," Lankshear told the Oxford website, external.

"I learned so much last season in the first team at Tottenham and West Brom and I'm ready to now kick on with Oxford United.

"I love nothing more than scoring goals. I want to do my best to bring as many as I can this season."

Notts County have signed Tottenham Hotspur teenager Tyrese Hall on a season-long loan.

The England Under-19 midfielder is yet to make a first-team appearances for Spurs, but was part of the club's Under-21 side that won the Premier League 2 title in 2024.

The 19-year-old becomes the second Tottenham prospect to move to Meadow Lane on loan in as many seasons, with George Abbott scoring six goals in 44 Magpies appearances last term.

Son Heung-min is expected to join Los Angeles FC for around £20m after announcing his departure from Tottenham over the weekend.

The forward revealed in a news conference on Saturday that he will leave Tottenham this summer after 10 years at the club.

And the 33-year-old appears poised to join Major League Soccer (MLS) in what could even be a record fee, potentially surpassing the £22.5m paid by Atlanta United to sign Emmanuel Latte Lath from Middlesbrough in February.

The final details of the transfer remain in discussion but his move to LAFC is now considered subject just to the completion of paperwork and a medical.

Son, who is under contract with Spurs until 2026, made what is expected to be his final appearance for Tottenham in a 1-1 pre-season friendly against Newcastle in Seoul on Sunday.

He was embraced by his Spurs team-mates and the opposing Newcastle players, and they performed a guard of honour when he was substituted in the 65th minute. While Tottenham's pre-season preparations now take them to Germany to face Bayern Munich on Thursday - and a reunion with Harry Kane -Son is expected to enjoy some time in his native South Korea.

Arriving from Bayer Leverkusen in 2015, Son scored 173 goals in 454 appearances for Tottenham.

He was captain when Tottenham beat Manchester United in the Europa League final in May to clinch their first trophy in 17 years.

Spurs and Newcastle draw in Son's final game

FT: Tottenham 1-1 Newcastle

Son Heung-min played his final game for Tottenham in a 1-1 pre-season friendly draw with Newcastle in his homeland of South Korea on Sunday.

Brennan Johnson opened the scoring early on for Spurs and paid tribute to his departing captain by performing Son's trademark celebration.

Harvey Barnes then equalised for the Magpies before the break.

Thomas Frank will be anxiously awaiting updates on the fitness of James Maddison who was stretchered off late on with a serious-looking injury.

'I need a little bit of change'

It is the end of an era as Tottenham captain Son Heung-min confirmed he is leaving the club after 10 years.

The 33-year-old's final game was a friendly against Newcastle in his homeland of South Korea on Sunday.

He finishes with 173 goals in 454 competitive appearances and says leaving was "the most difficult one I have made in my career".

"I came to north London as a kid - a very young age, a young boy came to London who even didn't speak English," said Son. "Leaving this club as a grown man is a very, very proud moment.

"I need a new environment to push myself. I need a little bit of change - 10 years is a long time.

"I spent a lot of time reflecting on whether I wanted to experience football in a different environment, and I had those conversations with myself over and over again."

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Alexander Isak returned to Newcastle training today after missing the club's tour of Asia and spending the first weeks of pre-season training alone in Spain.

However, the speculation surrounding the Sweden striker does not look any less likely to die down in the days and weeks to come.

On this live text, we will now move on from this Isak saga to look at the farewell for a Tottenham legend.

Before that, here's a quick look at all the completed deals in the Premier League this window.

Will Newcastle get Sesko?

David Ornstein

The Athletic's football correspondent on BBC Radio 5 Live

Newcastle understand that a deal might have to be done for Alexander Isak, provided they get the right financial offer and I suspect they probably will - given Liverpool’s apparent commitment to this and Isak’s determination to go.

Their first choice target to replace Isak is Benjamin Sesko. The issue with that is competition from Manchester United primarily and the finances being extremely high in terms of the potential transfer fee.

Newcastle did not want to be In this position but Isak’s representative have made it clear for some time that they would be departing this Summer.

For all parties a solution must be found because the current situation cannot continue.

Gossip: Man Utd, Newcastle to battle for Sesko

It looks like a two-way battle between two Premier League clubs for the signature of RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko will dominate the remainder of the summer transfer window.

According to Sky Sports Germany, external, Manchester United are ready to match Newcastle United's opening offer for the prolific 22-year-old Slovenia striker.

Sky Sports earlier reported that the Magpies made a formal offer worth £65.5m plus £4.3m in add-ons.

Meanwhile, the Mail, external says Newcastle are also eyeing a move for Paris St-Germain and Portugal striker Goncalo Ramos, 24, if a deal for Sesko falls through.

Ramos scored 10 goals in 22 Ligue 1 appearances for PSG last season while also finding the back of the net thrice in the Champions League and five times in the French Cup.

Morning recap

If you're just joining us, here is a handy little recap of what we've covered this morning.

Will Liverpool make another bid for Alexander Isak?

Can Isak be reintegrated at Newcastle?

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe on Isak situation

Your thoughts on the situation

What's coming up, I hear you ask?

We'll take a look at Tottenham shortly. Where is Son Heung-min headed? Who could replace him? And how are Spurs doing in the window?

We will also check on Chelsea and their latest signing Jorrel Hato, as well as an overview of the club's lavish spending this summer.

Do Liverpool need Isak?

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Should Alex Isak leave Newcastle, a move to Premier League champions Liverpool seems the most likely.

The Reds are investing heavily as they look to push on next season, and see Isak as the man to lead their frontline.

But Liverpool fans appear torn - here's what Reds supporters told BBC Sport...

Callum: "Let's be honest, this is just us being greedy.

"He would be a great addition to the squad - any team would happily take him - but we just have so much threat in the attack that we simply don't need him to the point of spending more than £100m."

Michael: "It's getting silly this. If there are funds to spend get a centre-back - that's the cover we need. We do not need another forward. Just because there's money, it doesn't mean we must spend it."

Simon: "If Isak is available and Liverpool can afford him, then go for it.

"This will take Liverpool to the same level that Manchester City have been at for the past few seasons. When you are champions, you make your team better. All the great teams do the same."

Tottenham have signed Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha on a season-long loan deal.

The 30-year-old, who joined the German side from Fulham in 2024, was limited to just 17 Bundesliga appearances last season.

Spurs boss Thomas Frank was keen to sign a defensive-minded midfielder following his appointment, with question marks over the futures of Yves Bissouma and Rodrigo Bentancur.

Tottenham also have the option of signing Palhinha on a permanent basis at the end of his loan.

The Portugal international has significant Premier League experience, making 68 top-flight appearances in two years at Fulham before his move to Bayern for £42.3m.

Palhinha comfortably topped the rankings for tackles with a total of 300 during his previous stint in the English top-flight - 109 more than any other player - and ranked sixth for interceptions (92).

His combative style of play, however, does carry risks having received 27 yellow cards across 2022-23 and 2023-24 - at least five more than anyone else.

Palhinha becomes Spurs' third summer signing, following the £55m acquisition of Mohammed Kudus and French forward Mathys Tel's arrival from Bayern on a permanent basis after a loan spell.

Son Heung-min made an emotional farewell as he played what is expected to be the final game of his Tottenham career in front of his adoring home supporters in Seoul.

The South Korea forward was embraced by his Spurs team-mates and the opposing Newcastle players, and they performed a guard of honour when he was substituted in the 65th minute.

Having handed the captain's armband to Ben Davies, 33-year-old Son was welcomed off the pitch by the backroom staff and substitutes before he took his place on the bench, resting his head in his hands as he fought back tears.

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe said: "The reaction was instinctive from my players.

"That speaks volumes about him. It's not just the talent he has but the way he has carried himself over the years.

"He's seen as one of the game's great Premier League players."

Son said on Saturday that he had made "the most difficult" decision of his career in choosing to leave Spurs after 10 years.

The pre-season friendly finished 1-1 at the Seoul World Cup Stadium.

"I didn't think I was going to cry at first," Son said.

"But after hearing a few words from my teammates, leaving the club I've spent so much time with felt really tough.

"I felt really, really happy playing this match. Thanks to my fans, my teammates and also my opponents, I've had an unforgettable day."

There was an injury concern for new Tottenham manager Thomas Frank after midfielder James Maddison was taken off on a stretcher only 10 minutes after coming on.

Frank said: "Sometimes in life and football things can be both beautiful and brutal.

"That's what we got today. It looks like a bad injury (for Maddison) and then, on the other side, unbelievable scenes for Son from his team-mates and the respect from the Newcastle players.

"First we had the walkaround and then the team-mates gathered around and he was emotional.

"In the changing room it was more of the same. I just said a few things but not much because it's about Sonny. Then he said a few things. It was beautiful."

Son became the most expensive Asian signing in Premier League history when he joined Spurs from Bayer Leverkusen for about £22m in 2015.

A club legend, he helped Spurs end their 17-year wait for a trophy in May, captaining them to victory over Manchester United in the Europa League final.

Son is in advanced negotiations with Major League Soccer (MLS) side Los Angeles FC.

Frank, who had said during a press conference on Saturday that saying goodbye in South Korea would provide "a beautiful ending" for Son, said after the match that it was "very likely Sonny's last game because [a move is] very close".

Spurs play Bayern Munich in Germany on Thursday and contest the Uefa Super Cup against Paris St-Germain the following week.

The expectant crowd in Seoul cheered excitedly whenever Son touched the ball.

Brennan Johnson paid tribute to Son by copying his celebration - in which he mimics taking a photo - after he opened the scoring from the edge of the penalty area in the fourth minute.

Harvey Barnes equalised before half-time, beating keeper Antonin Kinsky at his near post.

Son's statistics speak for themselves: 173 goals - the fifth highest for Spurs - and 101 assists in 454 games, with his 127 Premier League goals the joint 16th highest in the competition's history.

He holds the Spurs record for Premier League assists with 71, and in 2021-22 became the first Asian player to win the competition's Golden Boot, which he shared with Liverpool's Mohamed Salah on 23 goals.

After Spurs' record goalscorer Harry Kane moved to Bayern Munich in 2023, Son scored 17 goals and recorded 10 assists in 35 league games the following season.

Last season was the first in which Son, the club's three-time player of the year, failed to reach double figures for league goals since his debut campaign as Spurs finished one place above the relegation zone.

But goals should not be the only metric by which Son's influence is measured.

His 0.38 assists per 90 minutes in the league last term was his best return yet, as was his 0.68 big chances created per 90 - the fifth-highest in the league last season of players to play over 1,000 minute.

Perhaps the most telling stats are those which point to his impact on the rest of the team.

Spurs won 42% of the 24 league games Son started in 2024-25, compared to 7% without him, failing to win 13 of the 14 matches without their captain.

Given Spurs averaged 2.1 goals and 1.4 points per game with Son starting and only 1.0 goals and 0.4 points per game in his absence, Frank will need players to step up, including £55m summer signing Mohamed Kudus, who replaced him on Sunday.

Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank says the injury suffered by midfielder James Maddison during Sunday's pre-season draw against Newcastle "looks bad".

The former Leicester City playmaker, 28, pulled up off the ball seven minutes from time during Spurs' 1-1 draw with the Magpies.

The England international looked in clear discomfort and had to be stretchered off from the field of play, while team-mate Son Heung-min, during his final appearance for the club, was visibly emotional watching on.

Frank says Maddison, who missed the Europa League final victory against Manchester United last season with a knee injury, has likely injured the same knee.

"Sometimes in life and football things can be both beautiful and brutal," said Frank.

"That's what we got today. It looks like with Madders a bad injury and then on the other side unbelievable scenes for Son from his team-mates and the respect from the Newcastle players.

"We're pretty sure it was the same knee he injured before."

Wales forward Brennan Johnson opened the scoring for Spurs within the first four minutes in Seoul, South Korea.

Former Leicester City winger Harvey Barnes equalised for Newcastle seven minutes before half-time.