손흥민이 직접 고를 슈퍼스타 동료들 - 잠자는 거인 LAFC의 미친 자금력과 MLS 대반격

Key Concepts

Significant Transfer Window: Focus on the impact of player acquisitions, particularly in MLS.
LAFC's Rise: The rapid growth and financial strength of LAFC in MLS.
Son Heung-min's Impact: Son's influence on LAFC's value, performance, and potential for attracting other stars.
Designated Player (DP) Rule: MLS rule limiting the number of players whose salaries exceed the maximum salary budget charge.
MLS's Growing Power: The increasing revenue and global standing of Major League Soccer.
Player Selection Benefit: The potential for Son Heung-min to influence future player acquisitions for LAFC.
Kevin De Bruyne Speculation: Rumors and possibilities surrounding De Bruyne's potential move to MLS.

LAFC and the Significance of Transfers

The video discusses the significance of the transfer window, particularly focusing on LAFC and the potential impact of Son Heung-min's arrival. The speaker emphasizes that having even one major star like Son can drastically change a team's prospects and potential.

Son Heung-min's Value: Son is seen as a major driver of LAFC's value, with Buanga providing additional support on the field.
LAFC's Pre-Existing Strength: Even before Son's arrival, LAFC was already a top team in MLS, with the highest team value.
Rapid Growth: LAFC quickly caught up with and rivaled established teams like LA Galaxy, demonstrating their rapid rise in popularity and competitiveness.
Strategic Location: LAFC's stadium location in the city center is credited with attracting a large fanbase, capitalizing on the existing demand for soccer in Los Angeles.

MLS's Financial and Global Standing

The video highlights the growing financial power and global influence of MLS.

Revenue Growth: MLS revenue has surpassed that of leagues like Italy's Serie A and France's Ligue 1.
Global Ranking: MLS boasts 19 teams in the top 50 globally in terms of valuation, surpassing leagues like the Premier League (14 teams).
LAFC's Ranking: LAFC is ranked around 15th globally, ahead of clubs like Inter Milan, Newcastle, and Roma.
Financial Strength: Despite salary cap restrictions, MLS teams have significant financial resources, allowing them to attract top talent.
DP Rule Exploitation: The video suggests that some teams, like Inter Miami, may be finding ways to circumvent the DP rule to acquire more high-profile players.

Son Heung-min's Influence on Future Transfers

The video explores the possibility of Son Heung-min influencing future player acquisitions for LAFC.

Player Selection Benefit: It's mentioned that Son may have a special clause in his contract allowing him to recommend players for the team.
Potential Targets: Possible targets include players Son has played with before, such as Ben Davies or Lucas Moura, or even a high-level passer to complement his skills.
Comfort and Chemistry: The video suggests that the players Son recommends could reveal who he feels most comfortable playing with on the field.
Eriksen Consideration: Christian Eriksen was mentioned as a potential target, but his heart condition may make the long-distance travel required in MLS unsuitable.

De Paul as an Example

The transfer of De Paul to Inter Miami is used as an example of how star players can attract other talent to MLS.

Messi's Influence: De Paul's move to Inter Miami is attributed to his close relationship with Lionel Messi, with De Paul being known as "Messi's bodyguard."
Communication and Recruitment: It's suggested that Messi likely communicated with De Paul and recommended him to the team.
Sacrifices for Messi: De Paul's decision to join Inter Miami is seen as a commitment to supporting Messi's career, even if it means sacrificing personal ambitions.

Kevin De Bruyne Speculation

The video addresses rumors and possibilities surrounding Kevin De Bruyne's potential move to MLS.

Past Statements: De Bruyne has previously expressed interest in playing in Saudi Arabia or the United States for a new experience.
Family Considerations: De Bruyne's wife is said to be interested in living abroad, and Los Angeles is seen as an attractive destination.
Napoli Move: De Bruyne's recent move to Napoli is seen as a temporary step, with a potential move to MLS in the future.
LAFC's Interest: The video suggests that LAFC is interested in acquiring De Bruyne to bolster their midfield and create a more competitive team.

Conclusion

The video concludes that Son Heung-min's arrival at LAFC is a significant move that could attract other star players and elevate the team's global profile. The speaker emphasizes the importance of adding a superstar-level midfielder to complement Son and Buanga, potentially creating a team that can compete with the likes of Inter Miami. The success of Son's transfer is already evident in the increased revenue and attention LAFC has received, making further investment in top talent a worthwhile endeavor. The ultimate goal is to create a fun and successful team where players enjoy playing together.