Southampton have agreed a deal to sign Ben Brereton Diaz from Villarreal, according to reports.
Reports indicate that Brereton Diaz will cost Southampton about €7 million, with personal terms said to be on the verge of being agreed.
Ben Brereton Diaz Ready To Move To Southampton From Villarreal
25-year-old Ben Brereton Diaz is ready to travel to complete his move to the Premier League side.
Brereton Diaz joined Villarreal on July 4, 2023, on a free transfer, and he was subsequently loaned to Sheffield United on January 5, 2024.
Ben Brereton Diaz played in the Premier League last season with Sheffield United and he was impressive in the attacking department, scoring 6 goals and providing 1 assist in 14 appearances.
Southampton secured promotion to the English Premier League at the end of the 2023/24 season, having defeated Leeds United 1-0 to win the playoff final.
The Saints will be hoping that Brereton Diaz can accentuate his brilliance for the club as they aim to achieve relative success.
Who Is Ben Brereton Diaz?
He is a professional footballer who plays as a forward or winger for the Chile national team and potentially Southampton FC.
Ben Brereton Diaz Personal Information?
Brereton Diaz was born on April 18, 1999, in Stoke-on-Trent, England to father Martin Brereton, an English policeman and former amateur footballer in the Stoke-on-Trent area and District Sunday League.
His mother’s name is Andrea Brereton Diaz. She was born in Concepción in Chile and worked at Churchill China.
Is Ben Brereton married?
He is not yet married but it appears he is dating Kimberley Abbott and they have been together for a long time.
Ben Brereton Diaz’s children?
Currently, based on what we gathered, he doesn’t have a child yet.
Ben Brereton Diaz’s net worth, salary, and market value?
His net worth is estimated to be within the region of €4 million – €6 million and he is earning about €48,000 at Villarreal.
According to Transfermkt, his market value is €8 million.
Clubs He Has Previously Represented In His Senior Career?
Ben Brereton Diaz has played for four clubs thus far in his professional career, namely; Nottingham Forest, Sheffield United, Blackburn Rovers, and currently Villarreal.
His Primary Position?
He plays primarily as a left winger, but he can also function as an attacking midfielder or a striker.
Ben Brereton Diaz’s Career Stats?
Diaz has played 270 matches in his career, scoring 62 goals and providing 24 assists.
Internationally, he has made 33 appearances for Chile, scoring 7 and 2 assists.
Can Ben Brereton Diaz Perform At Southampton?
Definitely, Brereton Diaz understands the English game, having previously accentuated his quality at Nottingham Forest, Blackburn Rovers, and recently Sheffield United.
He showed his goal-scoring brilliance for Sheffield United in the second half of last season and little wonder why Southampton have opted to secure his services.
It will be fascinating to see how Ben Brereton Diaz will fare in the 2024/25 season, given Southampton’s primary target will be to beat the drop.
The Saints commence the 2024/25 Premier League campaign with an away game at St James’ Park against Newcastle United on August 17, 2024
