Man Utd whizkid Brandon Williams eyed by Southampton in loan transfer after January snub
SOUTHAMPTON would like to revisit a loan move for Manchester United whizkid Brandon Williams.
Saints boss Ralph Hasenhuttl wants more depth in the full-back areas and likes Williams’ ability to play both on the left and right.
Hasenhuttl tried to borrow Williams, 20, from United in January but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer refused to let him go.
Southampton are hopeful Solskjaer will reconsider his stance for next season though, with Williams starting just three games this term.
Brentford’s Rico Henry is another name Saints could consider this summer, particularly if the Bees fail to win promotion and Ryan Bertrand walks away on a free
Meanwhile are keen to sign Theo Walcott permanently in the summer after being wowed by his performances and attitude this season.
Saints are generally hunting younger reinforcements but will make an exception for loanee Walcott.
The 47-cap England star, now 32, has impressed since arriving from Goodison Park in January and set up Nathan Redmond’s winner against Burnley on Sunday.
Walcott will be a free agent when his Everton contract expires in June, but is confident his future will be determined soon.
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He said: “To be quite frankly honest, I have just been looking forward to getting fit. Simple as that.
“That thing will sort itself out, I am sure. I am just looking after myself and working hard playing for Southampton at this moment in time.
“We will see what the future takes.”