Russell Martin’s team will meet Leeds United in the winner-take-all play-off final this coming weekend. As the Saints attempt to return to the Premier League at the first opportunity, a large number of supporters from the south coast will be making the trip to Wembley Stadium.
Still, the St. Mary’s team will be keeping a watch on summer transfer plans. They probably have preparations in place for both if they don’t make it and if they get promoted.
Reuell Walters, a young defender, is one player who might wind up playing for Southampton in the long run, according to reports.
The 19-year-old will leave Arsenal this summer, and Goztepe, a company controlled by Sport Republic, is reportedly interested in a transaction, according to Turkish news source Fotospor. A potential trade to the Saints is included in the agreement, if he makes an impression in Turkey.
It is also noted that clubs in Belgium and the Netherlands are eager.
Players are frequently moved between clubs owned by the same people since there are clubs with the same owners all around the world.
For instance, since the Pozzo family owns Watford and Udinese, they have conducted a lot of business. Larger-scale transactions between Manchester City and other City Football Group members are common.
It appears like Sport Republic will employ their resources now that Walters is available.
Goztepe’s time at Arsenal could serve as a sort of practice run for a potential move to Southampton if they are successful in closing a deal for the departing prospect. Naturally, they will need to come to an agreement first, and it appears that there will be some competition from interested parties in the Netherlands and Belgium for his signature.
A future at St. Mary’s
Southampton is a team that is well-known for nurturing young talents. Many players who were either recruited from outside the club or prospects they nurtured through their ranks have found happiness with the first squad.
That might make Walters find this move appealing. After a successful stint in Arsenal’s academy, he will be motivated to succeed at his next club.
The young defender may be best served by a team that offers a clear route to regular senior football at a top level, therefore you have to believe that the prospect of playing for the Saints appeals to him.
Time will tell what happens to him when he moves on from the club he was actually going to, Goztepe, though Emirates Stadium.
