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title: "Report: Southampton eye swoop for potential Carrillo replacement"
canonical: "https://www.footballtransfertavern.com/report-southampton-eye-swoop-for-potential-carrillo-replacement/"
type: "post"
language: "en-GB"
author: "Luke Randall"
section: "Premier League"
published: "2018-07-01T14:00:45Z"
modified: "2018-07-01T14:00:45Z"
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# Report: Southampton eye swoop for potential Carrillo replacement

**Southampton fans here in the Tavern will be desperate to see their side enjoy a better season than the last as they only just managed to escape the dreaded clutches of relegation.**

The Saints have already made a couple of moves on the transfer front as they continue to seek improvements after a rather disastrous campaign last time out. And, it appears as if Mark Hughes is eyeing another possible addition, [as according to Sky Sports’ Transfer Centre Live Blog, Southampton are interested in Atalanta striker Andrea Petagna.](https://www.skysports.com/transfer-centre)

Interestingly, it’s [understood](https://www.skysports.com/transfer-centre) that the Saints are interested in signing Atalanta striker Andrea Petagna as they continue their striker search.

Mark Hughes is looking to bring in a number of reinforcements this summer to avoid a repeat of last season, with a striker being a must.

And, Guido Carrillo was recently left out of the Saints’ 30-man squad to tour China, so they may look to bring the Italian to St Mary’s as a direct replacement.

**Landlord’s Verdict:**

Guido Carrillo has been a complete waste of space since joining the club back in January as he has failed to have a positive impact on proceedings, with a summer transfer window exit looking extremely likely. So, with Southampton wasting no time in looking to bring in a striker, supporters may finally get to witness goals on a consistent basis next season.

**Southampton fans… Thoughts on the news? Let us know down below!!!**