James Ward-Prowse nears return to Southampton after loan stint
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 2:40 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
James Ward-Prowse is reportedly close to rejoining Southampton after three years away. The midfielder, who previously transferred to West Ham United in the 2023/24 season for a fee of £30 million, struggled for playing time and spent the latter half of last season on loan at Burnley. Sources indicate that Southampton and Ward-Prowse have agreed on a fee for the transfer, marking a potential return to the club where he made 409 appearances and scored 55 goals. His return signifies an effort by Southampton to bolster their midfield.
- •Ward-Prowse left Southampton for West Ham in 2023.
- •He had a strong first season but faced challenges afterward.
- •Ward-Prowse spent last season on loan at Burnley.
- •The two clubs have reportedly agreed on a transfer fee.
- 3:18 PMYahoo Sports — Southampton close to sealing Ward-Prowse return
- 2:40 PMYahoo Sports — James Ward-Prowse set to return to Southampton
"Midfielder James Ward-Prowse is close to returning to Southampton three years after leaving the club.The set-piece specialist left the club to join West Ham United early in the 2023/24 season for a re...
"Southampton are close to completing a deal to re-sign their former captain James Ward-Prowse from West Ham United.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 3:18 PMSouthampton close to sealing Ward-Prowse return
Southampton are close to completing a deal to re-sign their former captain James Ward-Prowse from West Ham United.
- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 2:40 PMJames Ward-Prowse set to return to Southampton
Midfielder James Ward-Prowse is close to returning to Southampton three years after leaving the club.The set-piece specialist left the club to join West Ham United early in the 2023/24 season for a re...
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