Burnley and Southampton pursue Bosnian defender Anel Ahmedhodzic
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 9:18 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Burnley and Southampton are in competition for defender Anel Ahmedhodzic, 27, who is valued at £4m. The player recently transferred to Feyenoord from Sheffield United last summer. Both clubs have reportedly advanced in the pursuit of the defender, edging ahead of Sheffield United. With the transfer window open, further developments in negotiations are expected soon.
- •Anel Ahmedhodzic is a 27-year-old Bosnian defender.
- •He is valued at £4m and plays for Feyenoord.
- •Burnley and Southampton lead the pursuit over Sheffield United.
- •Ahmedhodzic joined Feyenoord from Sheffield United last summer.
- •The transfer window remains open for further discussions.
- 9:18 AMYahoo Sports — Gossip: Clarets in race for Bosnian defender
- 9:17 AMYahoo Sports — Gossip: Saints eye Bosnian defender
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 9:18 AMGossip: Clarets in race for Bosnian defender
The latest transfer gossip from the EFL.
- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 9:17 AMGossip: Saints eye Bosnian defender
The latest transfer gossip from the EFL.
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