Ex-Saints defender Tino Livramento draws interest from Manchester City for a summer transfer move.
Southampton’s relegation, followed by a standout player sale window, is no secret anymore. Interestingly, the Saints first did it two seasons ago and are en route to repeat it again this time.
Notably, many European clubs are already in line for players like Aaron Ramsdale, Tyler Dibling and Harwood-Bellis, who are certain to help Southampton earn a fortune again this summer.
But as if the upcoming 2025 transfer window couldn't have overlapped the 2023 one better, surprisingly, Southampton ought to match a similar start this time.
This is because, like last time, Southampton might see their transfer window start with a big move of prodigy Tino Livramento's transfer. Just the difference being, now as a former Saints player.
Interestingly, for Livramento, who won his first trophy with Newcastle after a solid performance months ago, the full-back feels close to being on the brink of another big breakthrough now.
Ex-Saint Tino Livramento on Pep Guardiola's radar for major rebuild
This time, the ex-Southampton prodigy nears the biggest possible break of his PL career as Man City have come approaching for him.
Recently, Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the Citizens' interest in the 22-year-old, saying: "Tino Livramento, among options under consideration at Manchester City for right back position."
Imagine being on Pep Guardiola’s radar for a Man City rebuild at just 22. That, too, to succeed one of the greatest Premier League right-backs, Kyle Walker.
What’s more intriguing? Southampton's talents making it to the Big Six isn't rare. But Livramento can make history by being the first one to complete a move to Pep's side as an ex-Saint.
Needless to say, Livramento can make all Saints fans very proud if this deal happens. While some might blame the club for not keeping him longer or securing a percentage fee on his future sale, Southampton will always have the pride of launching his career on the European stage.
Let's be honest, isn't it enough for the Saints, who have always had a motto to promote talents through their evergreen academy?