Last month, Calciomercato reported Southampton are ready to take decisive steps to sign Matias Soulé, after Frosinone sporting director confirmed many English clubs are following him.
Last summer, the Serie A side signed him on a loan deal from Juventus and the winger has starred for them, managing nine goals and an assist from 22 games this season.
A fresh report from Calciomercato explains Juve’s plans for the 20-year-old and mentions Southampton interest.
As of now, Massimiliano Allegri and Juve technical director Cristiano Giuntoli intend to let him finish the season at Frosinone and make a decision on his future in the summer.
The Argentina U20 international’s contract at the Turin club lasts until 2026 and the report states he’s currently valued at €35m, which they claim is a ‘Premier League price’ but in reality seems wildly optimistic.
Southampton’s interest is used as an example to point out the economic strength of English clubs, even in the Championship.
The website states the Saints ‘would like to invest’ on acquiring the attacker’s services. Russell Martin’s side are thinking of making a proposal worth almost €35m to sign Soulé, possibly in the winter market.
Of course, that sounds nonsensical, but it’s all part of hyping the player’s value.
Calciomercato add the Juve owned player isn’t in favour of playing in the second division with Southampton, after enjoying a spell in Serie A. Therefore, a potential deal is difficult to carry out, at least in January.
