Last season’s number one keeper at Reading, Joe Lumley, is ‘set to sign’ for Southampton, according to the Athletic.
The 28-year-old played 42 times last year while on loan from Middlesbrough, dividing fan opinion with his performances but very much becoming a fan favourite by the time of his exit.
Released from the Riverside in the summer, he has been a free agent since last month.
Southampton are set to sign goalkeeper Joe Lumley. The 28yo is a free agent after being released by Middlesbrough in June. He spent last season on loan at Reading
According to Dan Sheldon of the Athletic, newly-relegated Southampton are ‘set to sign’ the former QPR keeper.
The Saints beat the Royals 4-2 during pre-season in a friendly, with former Portsmouth keeper Gavin Bazunu in net.
Reading academy graduate, and former England international, Alex McCarthy is still on the books at St Marys.
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The north Londoners will be absolutely thrilled by their transfer business so far this summer, with winger Kai Havertz, defender Jurrien Timber and, of course, star midfielder Declam Rice all joining.
Havertz signed for £65 million from Chelsea, while the versatile Timber completed a £38 million switch from Ajax. However, Rice stands out as the real headline-grabber, with Arsenal smashing their transfer record to sign him.
The Gunners will pay £105 million in total, including £5m in add-ons, for the 24-year-old and Arteta believes he will be a key player for the season to come.
“We’re really happy that Declan is joining us,” said Arteta.
“He is a player with tremendous ability, who has been performing at a high level in the Premier League and for England for a number of seasons now. Declan is bringing undoubted quality to the club and he is an exceptional talent who has the potential to be very successful here.
“Declan has great experience in the Premier League at only 24 years old. He has captained a very good West Ham team and as we all saw, he recently lifted a European trophy. The responsibility and role he has taken on has been very impressive and we are really excited that he is joining us.”
