Southampton are negotiating to re-sign Adam Lallana on a free transfer, according to The Telegraph.

After securing immediate promotion from the Championship, Southampton will quickly focus on strengthening their squad for the Premier League.

The Saints won the play-off final against Leeds United on Sunday afternoon. A first-half goal by star player Adam Armstrong clinched a 1-0 victory at Wembley Stadium.

The hope is that Southampton can recruit effectively and secure their Premier League status for an extended period.

Rumors have surfaced about a potential reunion with club legend Adam Lallana.

The 35-year-old midfielder will become a free agent this summer as he departs Brighton at the end of his contract. According to The Telegraph, Southampton have begun discussions to bring Lallana back to St. Mary’s on a free transfer.

Lallana was seen supporting his former team at Wembley on Sunday.

A Returning Legend

Lallana joined Southampton’s academy back in 2000 and progressed through their esteemed system to the first team on the south coast.

He made 265 appearances for the Saints, scoring 60 goals and providing 45 assists, playing a key role in their ascent from League One to the Premier League. That Southampton side was the last to achieve back-to-back promotions from the third tier to the top flight before Ipswich Town accomplished it this year.

He made his England debut while playing for the Saints and reached new heights after moving to Liverpool in 2014.

Once considered one of the country’s standout players, Lallana’s career was impacted by injuries at his peak. However, at 35, he has remained a key player for Brighton and is now approaching 300 Premier League appearances.

If his return to Southampton goes through, he will add to his current total of 291 appearances.

A Smart Signing

Lallana’s return would not only be popular among fans but also a wise move by Russell Martin and his team.

The midfielder brings vast experience and has become a true leader in recent years. As he re-adjusts to life at St. Mary’s, he will quickly become an influential figure in the dressing room, supporting this young squad’s return to Premier League football.

On a free transfer, this seems like a smart move for everyone involved.

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