Southampton: Five Saints players who could be close to moves away

By Marc Walker | Jul 3, 2019

WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 03: Mario Lemina of Southampton celebrates scoring his side's first goal with Sofiane Boufal during the Premier League match between West Bromwich Albion and Southampton at The Hawthorns on February 3, 2018 in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Tony Marshall/Getty Images) /

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SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND – MARCH 09: Dele Alli of Tottenham Hotspur is challenged by Charlie Austin of Southampton during the Premier League match between Southampton FC and Tottenham Hotspur at St Mary’s Stadium on March 09, 2019 in Southampton, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images) /

Charlie Austin

A report from the Sun states Saints have sparked a battle for Austin’s signature by valuing him at £8m.

Premier League side’s Crystal Palace and Aston Villa are said to be keen on taking the 29-year-old from St Mary’s, whilst second-tier Fulham and West Brom are also said to be pursuing him.

Sheffield United were also linked with Austin in June as they look to add some guaranteed goals to their ranks.

The current Saints man has netted 34 times in 106 top-flight appearances and will still be a great attacking presence for many sides.

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