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Southampton nears deal for defender Keven Schlotterbeck from Augsburg

6 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 8:25 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Southampton nears deal for defender Keven Schlotterbeck from Augsburg
Summary

Southampton is progressing toward signing German centre-back Keven Schlotterbeck from FC Augsburg. The 29-year-old has spent his professional career in Germany, joining Augsburg in 2024 and recording 49 appearances. His potential arrival does not directly relate to Taylor Harwood-Bellis, who faces speculation about his future. In a recent press conference, manager Tonda Eckert commented on ongoing talks regarding player movements, indicating that the club is keen on bolstering their squad as they prepare for upcoming challenges.

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Status Watch
  • •Southampton closing in on Keven Schlotterbeck from FC Augsburg.
  • •Schlotterbeck has played 49 matches since joining Augsburg.
  • •Manager Tonda Eckert discusses ongoing player negotiations.
  • •Harwood-Bellis continues training despite transfer speculation.
  • •Saints aim for squad improvements ahead of Champions League matches.
Latest Updates
  • 8:25 PMYahoo Sports — Official | Augsburg’s Keven Schlotterbeck completes Southampton switch
  • 6:33 PMYahoo Sports — Southampton sign German defender Schlotterbeck
  • 6:33 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Keven Schlotterbeck departs Augsburg for Southampton
  • 5:15 PMYahoo Sports — Keven Schlotterbeck set to join Southampton
  • 1:19 PMYahoo Sports — Augsburg centre-back reportedly set for Southampton switch
  • 12:42 PMYahoo Sports — Southampton closing in on defender Schlotterbeck
What they're saying
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Southampton have officially completed the signing of FC Augsburg centre-back Keven Schlotterbeck. The 29-year-old departs the Bundesliga one year before the expiration of his contract and embarks upon...

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Southampton FC have officially completed the signing Keven Schlotterbeck, as announced by both clubs this evening, 27 August.The centre-half has signed a contract with the Championship club, who contr...

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Keven Schlotterbeck is close to a move to English Championship side Southampton, according to Sky Germany. The report states that the 29-year-old center back is undergoing a medical to seal the move w...

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