Southampton have been linked with Nice striker Evann Guessand and the 19-year-old could prove to be a superb option for Ralph Hasenhuttl's side ahead of next season.
According to the Daily Mail, both Southampton and Newcastle United are keen on signing the teenage forward this summer after his impressive performances on loan at Lausanne in Switzerland.
Guessand has contributed seven goals and five assists in 32 appearances in the Swiss Super League this season, which included a scorpion kick finish against Zurich back in March, earning him comparisons with legendary striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Whilst the Saints have a number of young forwards on their books already, with the likes of Nathan Tella, Dan N'Lundulu and Michael Obafemi all challenging for a spot in Hasenhuttl's side, Guessand's impressive record this season suggests that he could definitely challenge in Southampton's side in the future.
According to Transfermarkt, his contract with Nice is set to expire in the summer, which suggests that Southampton could sign him on a pre-contract deal ahead of next season, meaning they wouldn't have to pay a transfer fee.
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Although Guessand's age suggests that the Saints may have to pay a compensation fee, you would imagine that it would be well worth the risk to try and sign him this summer, as he appears to have a bright future.
Danny Ings and Che Adams have formed a strong partnership at times this season but Southampton have struggled when either has missed a game, which suggests that they need to add some quality depth in that position ahead of the 2021/22 campaign, so Guessand's signing would make a lot of sense.
Therefore, given the 19-year-old's obvious potential, Southampton vice-chairman Martin Semmens must try and bring him to St Mary's this summer, as he is someone who could definitely benefit the Saints on the pitch and from a financial perspective in the future.
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