Hugo Lloris, an experienced French goalkeeper, is about to join the Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC), signaling a major change in the club’s roster. Luring the 2018 World Cup winner to Major League Soccer would be a huge coup.
The former France international has been chosen as third choice after Guglielmo Vicario and Fraser Forster. All this, despite the constant denials of hierarchy by head coach Ange Postecoglou.
Lloris reportedly has six months left on his Tottenham contract and the club are willing to let him leave for free in January if he wishes. Now, a massive transfer rumor says the veteran is on the verge of leaving Spurs, capping a legendary 11-and-a-half-year career in north London.
The French goalkeeper will leave the club a little limping after spending time on the bench. After publicly stating his intention to leave in the summer, Lloris was subsequently excluded from the club’s pre-season tour of Australia and the Far East.
Although he was in negotiations with Lazio, Lloris decided to stay at Spurs throughout the summer. He wanted first-team football so much that he turned down many offers, including a nostalgic return to his hometown club, Nice.
His alternative has been not to play the first half of the season and train without appearing in any game. Having not played since April’s 6-1 defeat to Newcastle, the 37-year-old has been benched in favor of the other two goalkeepers in the squad.
Hugo Lloris, ready to become LAFC’s designated player
The January transfer market will begin with negotiations between Tottenham and LAFC over the former’s most senior player.
The report goes on to add that the Spurs believe the deal with LAFC is close to completion. For now, the two are finalizing negotiations. Monday marks the start of the English winter transfer window.
After Tottenham gave their seal of approval to the trade, Lloris would soon leave the European arena. It is now up to the goalkeeper and his team to resolve any outstanding contractual issues.
If this deal goes through, it will be more than just a team change; It will be a bold strategic move by LAFC. The Californian club wants to increase its prestige in the MLS. Adding a name with a lot of experience in top tournaments can help.
Not all legends have happy endings
After joining Tottenham in 2012, Lloris has established himself as a solid goalkeeper, appearing in 447 games for the club. The French goalkeeper is an example of leadership and perseverance, earning the adoration of the fans; His commitment to the London club goes beyond statistics.
Nothing could be further from the truth when it comes to his place as a pivotal character in the club’s contemporary era. Across eight seasons as captain, he amassed 447 appearances in all competitions. He also produced a long list of exceptional performances.
What Lloris will regret most will be that Spurs were never able to take home a trophy. Tottenham lost two League Cup finals and the 2018/19 UEFA Champions League final.
At 37 years old he is already a legendary figure in European football. Therefore, his upcoming move to the American top division will undoubtedly alter the trajectory of his career and the overall direction of the league.
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