Southampton has previously shown interest in Aberdeen’s Bojan Miovski, and it wouldn’t be surprising if they considered him again.
Despite a disappointing season for Aberdeen in the Scottish Premiership, Miovski has managed to score 14 goals in 33 games, adding to the 16 he scored in his first season at Pittodrie. While it’s often hard to predict how players from Scotland will adapt to higher levels, Miovski’s record against Celtic and Rangers is encouraging for potential suitors. His recent performance against Brendan Rodgers’ Celtic in the Scottish Cup semi-final showcased his readiness for a step up. The North Macedonian international impressed with his movement, mobility, and finishing ability, especially when he gave Aberdeen an early lead with a composed effort against Celtic.
Miovski’s track record against Celtic and Rangers is notable:
– Against Celtic: 7 games, 3 goals
– Against Rangers: 9 games, 4 goals
Beyond his goal, Miovski became a key figure for Aberdeen, leading their pressing from the front and providing crucial hold-up play. Despite Aberdeen’s loss on penalties, Miovski’s impact was evident, and it was a pity he couldn’t continue into extra time to take a penalty.
Seeing Miovski perform at this level raises questions about how he might fare in a different team, particularly one with a more progressive style like Southampton. This isn’t a criticism of Aberdeen, given their budget constraints compared to Celtic and Rangers. In a team like Russell Martin’s Southampton, Miovski could potentially thrive with more chances.
At 24, Miovski is entering his prime years, making him an attractive prospect for Southampton. They would be acquiring someone capable of improving further and stepping up to higher levels, which aligns with their recruitment strategy. Southampton’s scouting team will undoubtedly be monitoring strikers from various leagues ahead of the summer transfer window, and Miovski’s recent performance should have caught their attention. His ability to make an impact against top Scottish sides suggests he could be the solution to Southampton’s striker issues.