After recently confirming the signing of Stuart Armstrong from Celtic, Southampton could soon announce a second summer addition in quick succession.
Having missed out on James Maddison to Leicester City, Southampton fans will be delighted with the acquisition of £7.65m-rated (via Transfermarkt) Elyounoussi. The Norway international scored 14 goals in 45 games last season while putting in some impressive displays in the Champions League.
Saints Supporters will be hoping Hughes can add further to his attack after a lacklustre campaign in front of goal. A new striker on top of Elyounoussi and Armstrong could round up a good transfer window.
Charlie Austin’s injury record, in addition to Manolo Gabbiadini and Shane Long’s struggles when it comes to hitting the back of the net, means bringing in a centre-forward should be made a priority once the deal for Elyounoussi is concluded.
Take a look at Southampton fans’ thoughts on Elyounoussi’s likely arrival at St. Mary’s below…
https://twitter.com/ffsRxb/status/1011902125318828032?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw
https://twitter.com/ryokyler/status/1011908211576922112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw
https://twitter.com/JoneSkjoldA/status/1011956729779838976?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw
Wow. That would be some statement. 👀
And by the way, that's one hell of a find, source-wise.
— Lucy Highnett (@lucyhighnett) June 26, 2018
That would be a great signing in my eyes
— Daniel rofe (@dannyrofe111) June 26, 2018
snap him up¡ #saintsfc
— Jarkko Hårdh (@HardhJarkko) June 26, 2018
That would be some find if we manage to get him
— Saints122 (@Saints122) June 26, 2018
