Southampton Finalising Pre-Contract With Target

Southampton are in the process of finalising a pre-contract deal with Sao Paulo star Welington and could then look to bring him to England early.

Saints scouts have been left impressed by the 23-year-old left-back, who has notched up 12 Brazilian Serie A appearances already since the start of the season in April.

He has interest from Italy where Torino are also keen on having him for next season, but Southampton are rapidly closing in.

According to Brazilian outlet UOL...