Transfer rumour · 2026

David Affengruber to Southampton

Elche → Southampton · Probability 47% · fee €10m–€12m · rumour

Updated 30 Aug 2026

Southampton are targeting Elche defender David Affengruber to replace Harwood-Bellis, with talks underway over a fee of around €10m to €12m.

Stage: Link → Interest → Advanced

Where David Affengruber could go: Southampton 47% · stays 53%

How the story has moved

1. Sacha Tavolieri · Advanced talks · 2026-08-30
   “🔴⚪️ EXCL - Southampton FC are targeting David Affengruber to replace Taylor Harwood-Bellis! 🇦🇹 🗣️ The Saints are in talks with FC Elche over the transfer fee. The Spanish side ”

The money

The fee for David Affengruber is reported around €10m–€12m, against a market value of €17m.

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