Southampton: Five rumoured deadline day transfers Saints could complete

By Marc Walker | Feb 1, 2021

BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - JANUARY 16: Joshua King of AFC Bournemouth looks on during the Sky Bet Championship match between AFC Bournemouth and Luton Town at Vitality Stadium on January 16, 2021 in Bournemouth, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images) /

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Joshua King of AFC Bournemouth (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images) /

Swap deal involving Josh King and Shane Long

Via the Athletic this morning, Saints and Bournemouth were said to be in discussions over a swap deal involving King and Long.

King would be arriving at St Mary’s on a permanent deal, whilst Long would move to the Vitality Stadium on a loan with an obligation to buy.

According to media sources closer to Saints, this deal looks unlikely now and has been dismissed as a rumour created by agents looking for a move for their clients.

However, other reports are claiming that a deal is almost done and it remains to be seen what will happen.

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