Transfer: Southampton Sign Yukinari Sugawara from AZ in €7m Deal

Yukinari Sugawara 

Southampton sign Yukinari Sugawara from AZ for €7m. Japanese defender undergoes medical and signs contract, bolstering Saints' defense.

Southampton have agreed to sign Japanese defender Yukinari Sugawara from AZ in a deal worth up to €7m, including add-ons. The transfer is set to be finalized today, with Sugawara undergoing his medical and signing his contract.

The 22-year-old right-back has impressed in the Eredivisie, and Southampton have moved quickly to secure his services. The fee represents a significant investment for the Premier League club, highlighting their confidence in Sugawara's potential.

With the deal now imminent, Saints fans can look forward to seeing Sugawara in action, bringing his pace and skill to the team's defense.