Sources: PL clubs chase Southampton star, Saints expect to lose him

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(Credit: Imago) Wed 8 April 2026 13:00, UK Southampton have already accepted that they won’t be able to keep hold of winger Leo Scienza this summer if they fail to secure promotion, sources have told Football Insider.The Brazilian has emerged as a clear target for several mid-table Premier League clubs, many of whom were in attendance at St Mary’s for the Saints’ FA Cup victory over Arsenal last weekend. Scienza significantly enhanced his reputation with his performance in that game, and sources say that the Championship side are ready to succumb to the interest if they are still in the second tier next season.

Leo Scienza leads entire Championship for key statScienza is still in just his first season in English football, but he has already proven to be an inspired buy for Southampton. MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES They paid just £7.8million to sign him from Bundesliga side Heidenheim after their relegation from the Premier League last term, and they are well-placed to make a sizeable profit already.

StatsScienza TotalLeague RankApps (Starts)31 (26)N/AG/A14=20thxA per 900.3=1stBig Chances Created191stSuccessful Dribbles per 902.2=6htShots on Target per 901.5=6thScienza’s 2025-26 stats compared to other Championship players, as per Fotmob.The wideman has 14 goal involvements to his name from just 31 league appearances so far this term, and he has been a key figure behind Southampton’s push towards the play-off picture in recent months. Scienza’s performances have alerted several Premier League clubs to his interest, and they are all ready to pounce if Southampton do not get out of the Championship.