‘Son now biggest player in MLS, Messi doesn’t speak English’ – Lalas

Alexi Lalas, a Major League Soccer legend, stated that Son Heung-min has become the biggest player in MLS, surpassing Lionel Messi, who doesn't speak English. Lalas believes that Son's outgoing nature and fluency in English could enhance the visibility of MLS.

Messi is set to join Inter Miami in 2023 after leaving PSG, while Son recently moved to Los Angeles Football Club from Tottenham Hotspur for a record fee of $26 million. Lalas highlighted that Son's presence could have a significant impact on the league's visibility and fanbase, especially considering his popularity among Korean fans worldwide.

Despite Messi's star power, Lalas emphasized that Son's willingness to engage with fans and media in English could be a game-changer for MLS. Son has already made an impact on the field, scoring a penalty against Chicago Fire and providing an assist in a win against New England Revolution.