Lewis Dobbin nearing £9m transfer from Aston Villa to Southampton
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 10:35 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Aston Villa forward Lewis Dobbin is close to transferring to Southampton for nearly £9 million. The 23-year-old has not played for Villa since joining from Everton for £10 million in 2024. Dobbin spent last season on loan at Preston, scoring 11 goals in 41 appearances. Southampton has reportedly outmaneuvered several Championship clubs, including Middlesbrough, for Dobbin's signature. This move comes as the Saints prepare for another season in the Championship following recent controversies.
- •Lewis Dobbin is close to a £9m move to Southampton.
- •He joined Aston Villa from Everton for £10m in 2024.
- •Dobbin spent last season on loan at Preston, scoring 11 goals.
- •Southampton faced relegation issues and has admitted spygate breaches.
- 10:35 AMYahoo Sports — Villa's Dobbin close to £9m Southampton move
"Aston Villa forward Lewis Dobbin is close to a move to Southampton for almost £9m.
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