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Sudden surge for Nathan WoodThe 22-year-old defender has decided to leave the Championship and the Swansea to land straight in the Premier League with the Southampton.
England Under-21 centre-back becomes fifth summer arrival Saintsafter Adam Lallana, Taylor Harwood-Bellis, Charlie Taylor and Ronnie Edwards. A real reconstruction to face in the best way the next challenging season in the top English league. Below is the club statement on the signing of the 2002-born centre-back: “Southampton Football Club is delighted to confirm the signing of Nathan Wood from Swansea City on a four-year contract.”
Wood’s Emotion. The prospect of playing in the Premier League, with Southampton, for the first time in his career has captivated him: “It’s obviously a massive club, a Premier League club that was in the Championship last season, and to be back in the Prem straight away is a big thing. I’m very happy to be here.” Continuing: “It’s always been an attractive club. Obviously the style of football is a big thing, the manager is a big thing and for me it’s a step up in the Championship. If you put all those things together, there’s no need to worry. It’s an easy decision to make,” he concluded.
Saint Nathan 🙏
We are delighted to announce the signing of Nathan Wood:
— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) July 5, 2024