Southampton have seemingly replaced Fraser Forster less than 24 hours after he was confirmed to be joining Tottenham in the shape of Manchester City youngster Gavin Bazunu.
✍️ We are delighted to announce the signing of Fraser Forster.
Welcome to Spurs, Fraser! 💙
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) June 8, 2022
The 34-year-old has penned a two year deal in north London after 134 appearances for the Saints, and has left Southampton with only Alex McCarthy as a recognised option in goal.
Not for long, however, if reports are to be believed. The south coast outfit are thought to be close to signing young Manchester City goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu in a deal that could cost up to £10m once add ons are fulfilled.
🚨#SaintsFC are closing in on the signing of #MCFC goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu.
The deal could exceed £10m when add-ons are taken into consideration.
Bazunu is Southampton’s No 1 target for the position & will be competing with McCarthy.
Story w/@OliverKay https://t.co/gT3gU4hWaM
— Dan Sheldon (@dansheldonsport) June 8, 2022
Bazunu spent last season on loan with League One side Portsmouth, in a season where he managed 16 clean sheets. He stole the headlines, however, while on international duty where he saved a penalty from Cristiano Ronaldo to deny him the all-time goalscoring record, though he managed it later in that game.
A huge moment for on-loan #ManCity goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu (19), denying Cristiano Ronaldo from the penalty spot tonight! 💙🚫 @SkyFootball pic.twitter.com/85HPzgeqyt
— City Xtra (@City_Xtra) September 1, 2021
Unlikely to unseat Ederson any time soon in between the posts for Pep Guardiola’s side, a move away seems necessary for Bazunu, while Southampton have shown with Tino Livramento and Armando Broja that they are not averse to handing youngsters plenty of responsibility.
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