Recent reports link the versatile Toulouse forward, Martin Braithwaite, with a move to Southampton this summer. Claude Puel is apparently looking to bolster his attacking options and the Danish international seems to have caught the attention of the gaffer.
The 25-year-old has had an impressive season with Toulouse and is presently the subject of interest from many clubs with St. Mary’s being one of the probable destination for the versatile forward this summer.
The forward’s present contract ties him to Toulouse till 2019. Although unwilling to let go of their star forward with club officials trying to tie him down with a new contract, still, rumours suggest that a bid of around £8m might just be enough to lure away the Danish from Toulouse.
Let’s take a look at the player’s stats that has apparently created a few ripples.
Seeing the stats above it would be an interesting move that Peul has considered.
Claude Puel has struggled for consistency from his forwards this season, with the club still trying to fill the quality and void left by the departure of Mane last season to Anfield.
Braithwaite’s acquisition might be a gamble considering the player’s poor defensive traits but with Southampton’s style of play where defensive midfielders are set behind forwards to provide the extra bit of cover to the forwards, Braithwaite might get a more free role in playing forward and exercise his true potential.
The player’s creativity and vision in creating chances up front would no doubt add a bit of flair in the attacking third, something that Southampton had been missing all throughout the season.
Although the player is yet to showcase his true potential and ability, still, it might be a risk worth considering for Puel.
If he is able to get the best out of him and sort his defensive weakness, who knows, the club might get its top goalscorer for next season.
A deal to look forward to, it seems.
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