Lloris, it’s official

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By: Manu Tournoux

Hugo Lloris is officially a Los Angeles FC player.

It’s quite a page that Hugo Lloris, Tottenham goalkeeper since 2012, has just turned. After 447 matches played in the Spurs jersey, the person concerned, who had not worn the tunic of the London club since the month of last April in an official match, decided to close the chapter and join a fourth club in his career. After Nice and Lyon in France.

It is across the Atlantic, in the ranks of Los Angeles FC, that the future of the record holder for selections for the French team (145) will be written very soon. Hugo Lloris signed his new contract this Saturday, until June 2024, with options for the 2025 and 2026 seasons. A final challenge for the 37-year-old goalkeeper who will discover MLS, the North American football elite , with players like Giorgio Chiellini or Denis Bouanga as partners.

A boon for MLS

Hugo is arguably the most successful goalkeeper of his generation and a proven winner. We are extremely pleased that Hugo has chosen LAFC for the next phase of his illustrious careerwelcomes LAFC co-president and general manager John Thorrington. He brings unparalleled leadership experience at the highest level of football, which we know will greatly benefit our club in its quest for further trophies. »

A little earlier, Hugo Lloris for his part had said goodbye to Tottenham. “ I would just like to thank you for your support since day one. It has been a privilege to be one of you, one of your captains for many years. It’s the end of a chapter but you will always be in my heart. The Spurs will always hold a special place for me and my family. Thank you for all the memories shared, I wish you the best because you deserve the best. »