Southampton have announced the signing of Wesley Hoedt from Lazio.
The 23-year-old Netherlands centre-back has agreed a five-year deal as Southampton’s third senior signing of the summer transfer window.
“Wesley is one of the most promising young defenders in Europe and represents a significant addition to our squad,” Vice Chairman (Football) Les Reed told southamptonfc.com.
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"Hoedt will provide options at centre-back, unwelcome news for FPL managers. Yoshida or Stephens will surely come under threat after the international break"