It appears that Southampton’s owners at Sport Republic may soon give them a small gift.
Young Joachim Kayi Sanda of Valenciennes may end up on the St. Mary’s side, according to French publication Foot Mercato.
A feature on the website highlights the 17-year-old’s potential and explains how, since being promoted to the first team, he has performed admirably for the French club.
According to reports, Kayi Sanda unexpectedly emerged as the “centrepiece of a project” supported by Sport Republic, and the team may decide to send him to Southampton next.
According to the article, Valenciennes would benefit monetarily from the Saints signing him and would have the opportunity to “continue his development” in English football.
Kayi Sanda is currently serving as France’s U-18 captain, After competing for the U-17 team last year.