BBC · Jul 30, 2024
Southampton complete deal for forward Brereton Diaz
Image caption, Ben Brereton Diaz moved to Villarreal last July but failed to score in 20 gamesSouthampton have completed the signing of forward Ben Brereton Diaz from Villarreal for about £7m.
The Chile striker has signed a four-year deal at St Mary's to end a 12-month stay at the Spanish club.
Brereton Diaz moved to La Liga on a free transfer after his contract expired at Blackburn but failed to score in 20 appearances.
"I'm absolutely buzzing. It’s been smooth these past couple of days, and I’m happy to get everything sorted and signed," he said.
"I’m really excited to meet everyone - it’s great to be involved with this great club.