Matheus Fernandes is set to join Southampton for €18 million, marking another significant move in the club’s ongoing transfer strategy. The Portuguese midfielder’s acquisition follows the recent signings of Cameron Archer and Lesley Ugochukwu, as Southampton aims to strengthen their squad for the Premier League.
- Matheus Fernandes is set to join Southampton for €18 million.
- The transfer follows the acquisitions of Cameron Archer and Lesley Ugochukwu.
- Sporting’s manager, Rubén Amorím, has confirmed Fernandes’ departure.
Southampton’s Transfer Strategy
Southampton continues its strategic overhaul with the acquisition of Matheus Fernandes from Sporting. The Portuguese midfielder will join the Saints for an €18 million package, making him the club’s next significant signing after Cameron Archer and Lesley Ugochukwu. The move is part of Southampton’s broader strategy to infuse young talent into their squad, aiming to improve their performance in the Premier League.
🔴⚪️🇵🇹 Matheus Fernandes, set to join Southampton as next signing after Cam Archer and Lesley Ugochukwu.
€18m package agreed with Sporting as Record reports. “He’s leaving, it’s true”, Rubén Amorím has confirmed. https://t.co/KCOHc9LWtd
pic.twitter.com— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
October 06, 2023
Confirmations and Reactions
The transfer news was confirmed by renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano, who tweeted about the deal. Sporting’s manager, Rubén Amorím, also verified the information, stating, “He’s leaving, it’s true.” This confirmation has put an end to the speculation surrounding Fernandes’ future, allowing Southampton fans to look forward to his integration into the squad.
Previous Signings
Recently, Southampton has been quite active in the transfer market. They acquired Cameron Archer from Aston Villa for £15 million, and secured a loan deal for Chelsea’s young midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu. Archer is expected to add firepower to Southampton’s attack, while Ugochukwu will bolster their midfield. These signings are anticipated to bring a fresh dynamic to Southampton’s gameplay under the guidance of manager Russell Martin.
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