Summer transfer/exodus window 2026

[Chez]

6 hours ago, Pengi said:

Isn’t BBD being released?

He's got two more years on his contract, so he certainly wont be released. If we can offload him again on loan or better still permanently, I'm sure we will.  

[sockeye]

Tonda’s next move will be swapping Downs’ brain with a dog’s so that he actually chases the ball.

[Sarnia Cherie]

6 hours ago, Pengi said:

Isn’t BBD being released?

Dear God, Just when you thought things couldn't get any worse. 

[RedArmy]

BBD is probably a useful squad player at this level. He can play multiple positions across the front, proved himself pretty to be alright at this level at Derby. 
 

I wouldn’t want him starting too often but we could do worse for someone to have in the squad. I think at the least we should let Tonda have a good look at him through pre season and see if he can get something out of him. 
 

And I’m saying that as someone who thought he looked like he’d won a competition to play for Saints in the premier league. 

[Whitey Grandad]

3 minutes ago, RedArmy said:

BBD is probably a useful squad player at this level. He can play multiple positions across the front, proved himself pretty to be alright at this level at Derby. 
 

I wouldn’t want him starting too often but we could do worse for someone to have in the squad. I think at the least we should let Tonda have a good look at him through pre season and see if he can get something out of him. 
 

And I’m saying that as someone who thought he looked like he’d won a competition to play for Saints in the premier league. 

I think he's a better bet than Downs.

[RedArmy]

1 minute ago, Whitey Grandad said:

I think he's a better bet than Downs.

No need to think about it, Whitey, even you’re better than Downs. 

[Holmes_and_Watson]

1 hour ago, Chez said:

Did he? I thought he was crap from minute one. Very poor first touch, passing and decision making. Never good enough for the PL. The drop down a division would have given him more time and space, but if we can get rid we should.

Well, that just shows you what you know. I stand by my support of Kelvin Davis (in PL), Gavin Bazunu, Darren Kenton, Stuart Ripley and...ah...

[Chez]

16 minutes ago, RedArmy said:

BBD is probably a useful squad player at this level. He can play multiple positions across the front, proved himself pretty to be alright at this level at Derby. 
 

I wouldn’t want him starting too often but we could do worse for someone to have in the squad. I think at the least we should let Tonda have a good look at him through pre season and see if he can get something out of him. 
 

And I’m saying that as someone who thought he looked like he’d won a competition to play for Saints in the premier league. 

What position did he play for Derby? He looked totally ill-equipped to play left wing at any level IMO. Not sure he can be a target man, so wondering where he fits in? I personally think Edozie is never going to cut it, so that left side is a position that needs reinforcing assuming Jay Robinson can't fill it.

[Midfield_General]

21 hours ago, richardc said:

It proved to be a tough, goalless stint for the young forward as he struggled to reclaim his clinical form in front of goal.

[RedArmy]

12 minutes ago, Chez said:

What position did he play for Derby? He looked totally ill-equipped to play left wing at any level IMO. Not sure he can be a target man, so wondering where he fits in? I personally think Edozie is never going to cut it, so that left side is a position that needs reinforcing assuming Jay Robinson can't fill it.

They played him mainly down the right from what I remember. 

[Midfield_General]

16 minutes ago, Chez said:

What position did he play for Derby? He looked totally ill-equipped to play left wing at any level IMO. Not sure he can be a target man, so wondering where he fits in? I personally think Edozie is never going to cut it, so that left side is a position that needs reinforcing assuming Jay Robinson can't fill it.

Whatever his position is, it is most definitely not left wing.

I'll never forget that Forest game at St Mary's, the one with Rusty's famous U formation with no centre forward. 

The sight of BBD trying to be a winger, slowly galumphing down blind alleys like a great big shitty shire horse while his full back just watched and laughed at him as he needlessly ran it out of play while under no pressure, time and time again. 

Rancid 

Edited 10 hours ago by Midfield_General

[Holmes_and_Watson]

19 minutes ago, RedArmy said:

They played him mainly down the right from what I remember. 

I the couple of games I saw him in, he wasn't part of the 3 man press Derby used. All the others were. while he supposedly offered some support.

Except he didn't, and the games passed him by.

[Scummer]

34 minutes ago, Chez said:

What position did he play for Derby? He looked totally ill-equipped to play left wing at any level IMO. Not sure he can be a target man, so wondering where he fits in? I personally think Edozie is never going to cut it, so that left side is a position that needs reinforcing assuming Jay Robinson can't fill it.

From what I saw watching Derby, it was more like the Azaz position. He looked pretty good and a lot of their play went through him.

[Holmes_and_Watson]

1 hour ago, Midfield_General said:

Whatever his position is, it is most definitely not left wing.

I'll never forget that Forest game at St Mary's, the one with Rusty's famous U formation with no centre forward. 

The sight of BBD trying to be a winger, slowly galumphing down blind alleys like a great big shitty shire horse while his full back just watched and laughed at him as he needlessly ran it out of play while under no pressure, time and time again. 

Rancid 

"He's no Cornet, on that left wing" I remember thinking to myself over the sobs of Edozie.

[AlexLaw76]

19 minutes ago, Holmes_and_Watson said:

"He's no Cornet, on that left wing

Christ, he played for us didn’t he….what the hell

[Holmes_and_Watson]

10 minutes ago, AlexLaw76 said:

Christ, he played for us didn’t he….what the hell

Got a panini sticker for us too.

[Dr. Kucho]

A player worth looking at is Joel Veltman from Brighton. His contract ends this summer and he can play RB or CB. Loads of experience in the premier league and Dutch league. 

[Saint NL]

https://www.bcfc.co.uk/city-men-news/armstrong-joins-goztepe/

 

Sinclair Armstrong joins Goztepe from Brizzle Cizzle. 

I wonder.....

[Lee On Solent Saint]

4 hours ago, AlexLaw76 said:

Christ, he played for us didn’t he….what the hell

I remember being quite excited by his signing. Obviously that didn't last to long.

[Badger]

3 hours ago, Dr. Kucho said:

A player worth looking at is Joel Veltman from Brighton. His contract ends this summer and he can play RB or CB. Loads of experience in the premier league and Dutch league. 

Isn’t he a constant injury though ? 

[Saint86]

7 hours ago, Midfield_General said:

Whatever his position is, it is most definitely not left wing.

I'll never forget that Forest game at St Mary's, the one with Rusty's famous U formation with no centre forward. 

The sight of BBD trying to be a winger, slowly galumphing down blind alleys like a great big shitty shire horse while his full back just watched and laughed at him as he needlessly ran it out of play while under no pressure, time and time again. 

Rancid 

BBD should be played as a striker - at championship level he's got goals in him and is a threat. I wouldn't write him off for us next season as we'll need more than Stewart, Larin (who hasn't signed), and Downs. BBD is on the books and almost helped fire Derby to an unlikely playoff spot... he can do similar for saints.

[JohnnyShearer2.0]

12 minutes ago, Saint86 said:

BBD should be played as a striker - at championship level he's got goals in him and is a threat. I wouldn't write him off for us next season as we'll need more than Stewart, Larin (who hasn't signed), and Downs. BBD is on the books and almost helped fire Derby to an unlikely playoff spot... he can do similar for 

Time for Tonda to show his managerial skills and get a tune out of BBD.

If we can retain one of Larin / Stewart. Supplemented by BBD and Archer, that is still a decent attack. IF they play to their potential 

[SW11_Saint]

7 hours ago, Chez said:

What position did he play for Derby? He looked totally ill-equipped to play left wing at any level IMO. Not sure he can be a target man, so wondering where he fits in? I personally think Edozie is never going to cut it, so that left side is a position that needs reinforcing assuming Jay Robinson can't fill it.

Just can’t see him playing under Tonda. At all. Maybe Derby will make a cheeky bid?  

[richardc]

9 hours ago, Chez said:

Did he? I thought he was crap from minute one. Very poor first touch, passing and decision making. Never good enough for the PL. The drop down a division would have given him more time and space, but if we can get rid we should.

Yukinari Sugawara’s loan spell in Germany with SV Werder Bremen was a massive success, establishing him as a crucial piece of their backline for the 2025–26 season.

Unlike Damion Downs' quieter stint, Sugawara got a tremendous amount of game time and consistency. Here is how his season shook out:

An Undisputed Starter: He was an absolute mainstay at right-back, racking up 31 Bundesliga appearances (starting 29 of them) and playing well over 2,400 minutes.

The Creative Threat: While he didn't manage to get on the scoresheet himself (0 goals), his attacking output from the flank was highly productive. He provided 6 assists over the course of the season, frequently turning into one of Bremen’s best outlets for creating chances.

A Dramatic Finish: The only real blemish on a stellar campaign came right at the very end. In a match against Hoffenheim on May 9, he picked up a straight red card just 4 minutes into the game, which left him suspended for the final match of the season against Borussia Dortmund.

Overall, he was highly rated throughout the year (averaging a solid 6.8 FotMob rating). His loan agreement from Southampton includes an option to buy, and given how vital he was to Bremen's system this season, the German club has a big decision to make before he is technically scheduled to head back to England in July.

Chat begs to differ

[Badger]

24 minutes ago, JohnnyShearer2.0 said:

Time for Tonda to show his managerial skills and get a tune out of BBD.

If we can retain one of Larin / Stewart. Supplemented by BBD and Archer, that is still a decent attack. IF they play to their potential 

Haven’t we been here before ? I wouldn’t want to rely on those two. 
 

Even allowing for Tonda’s coaching and man management skills I’m not sure - even if he’s here - that polishing those turds are within his miraculous skillset.  

[Holmes_and_Watson]

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20 minutes ago, richardc said:

Yukinari Sugawara’s loan spell in Germany with SV Werder Bremen was a massive success, establishing him as a crucial piece of their backline for the 2025–26 season.

Unlike Damion Downs' quieter stint, Sugawara got a tremendous amount of game time and consistency. Here is how his season shook out:

An Undisputed Starter: He was an absolute mainstay at right-back, racking up 31 Bundesliga appearances (starting 29 of them) and playing well over 2,400 minutes.

The Creative Threat: While he didn't manage to get on the scoresheet himself (0 goals), his attacking output from the flank was highly productive. He provided 6 assists over the course of the season, frequently turning into one of Bremen’s best outlets for creating chances.

A Dramatic Finish: The only real blemish on a stellar campaign came right at the very end. In a match against Hoffenheim on May 9, he picked up a straight red card just 4 minutes into the game, which left him suspended for the final match of the season against Borussia Dortmund.

Overall, he was highly rated throughout the year (averaging a solid 6.8 FotMob rating). His loan agreement from Southampton includes an option to buy, and given how vital he was to Bremen's system this season, the German club has a big decision to make before he is technically scheduled to head back to England in July.

Chat begs to differ

Glad it worked out for him. If the club prefer Bree, and can convince him to sign, that option to buy for Suga would bring in some handy pennies. Wins all round.

[Holmes_and_Watson]

43 minutes ago, JohnnyShearer2.0 said:

Time for Tonda to show his managerial skills and get a tune out of BBD.

If we can retain one of Larin / Stewart. Supplemented by BBD and Archer, that is still a decent attack. IF they play to their potential 

"And for my next trick...gold from lead!"

- Tonda the Tremendous, available for intern leaving dos and hotel/golf club functions.

[bugenhagen]

24 minutes ago, Badger said:

Haven’t we been here before ? I wouldn’t want to rely on those two. 
 

Even allowing for Tonda’s coaching and man management skills I’m not sure - even if he’s here - that polishing those turds are within his miraculous skillset.  

I was going to say the same. 

This is not the way to go. That is OK if we are going for mid table with a chance of sneaking into the playoffs. 

[JohnnyShearer2.0]

35 minutes ago, Badger said:

Haven’t we been here before ? I wouldn’t want to rely on those two. 
 

Even allowing for Tonda’s coaching and man management skills I’m not sure - even if he’s here - that polishing those turds are within his miraculous skillset.  

Well that was with Will Still wasn't it? Or did he not get shifted even last summer.

Or did BBD get a chance under Tonda? I can't recall. 

If Tonda is that great then he can do it!

[CSA96]

 

Edited 1 hour ago by CSA96

[Saint-Reece]

2 minutes ago, CSA96 said:

 

Please please please please 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼😬😬😬

[CB Fry]

Would be a brilliant start to the window.

[Suhari]

3 minutes ago, CSA96 said:

https://x.com/AlfieHouseEcho/status/2062287160225538382

Would be an insane signing.

[Miltonaggro]

8 hours ago, Midfield_General said:

Clap clinical

[SuperSAINT]

5 minutes ago, CSA96 said:

 

[trousers]

Auto-promo baby!

[Harry_SFC]

11 minutes ago, CSA96 said:

 

All aboard the Tonda train 

[Saint Scott]

Dragan knows this will get the disgruntled fans back on side. Make it happen, he's the key!

Edited 1 hour ago by Saint Scott

[Harry_SFC]

Just now, Saint Scott said:

Dragon knows this will get the disgruntled fans back on side. Make it happen, he's the key!

If we sign Larin, Peretz, Stewart and Bree up and announce a season ticket freeze then theres not much else they can do. That would be a bloody good start to the summer given everything that's happened.

[sfc4prem]

1 minute ago, Saint Scott said:

Dragan knows this will get the disgruntled fans back on side. Make it happen, he's the key!

He really was the key, wasn't he?! Some ridiculous saves and really inspired confidence in the defence and fanbase.

[hippo]

14 minutes ago, CSA96 said:

 

Heard Peretz was waiting to see if P&O were remaining sponsor as he loves the 10% deposit option and the booze selection onboard. After their statement today he asked to see a contract ASAP. 
 

Good lad. 

[LeBizzier69]

Hearing Peretz might sign just before bed is the stuff of wet dreams.

[goodymatt]

Genuinely a huge surprise if we are able to sign Peretz permanently having missed out on promotion, especially in the manner we did. Would be a real statement of intent. 

[SNSUN]

20 minutes ago, CSA96 said:

 

Would be the signing of the summer (until the next signing of the summer). GK position will need work even with his signing, we cannot have Baz as a second choice and Macca and Jones will leave on frees and Long will go back to Norwich. 

I still won't believe it until he signs though. We've been gazumped before.  

[SuperSAINT]

Just need a Damion Downs new contract announcement and we are set! 

[Thripp87]

This would be a serious sign of intent. He wasn’t even in my consideration as I thought we had no chance. If we can get this done, we can keep Scienza and Bellis too, surely they’d must be some serious reassurances to the players in terms of playing squad if Peretz signs.

Fingers crossed.

[Harry_SFC]

2 minutes ago, Thripp87 said:

This would be a serious sign of intent. He wasn’t even in my consideration as I thought we had no chance. If we can get this done, we can keep Scienza and Bellis too, surely they’d must be some serious reassurances to the players in terms of playing squad if Peretz signs.

Fingers crossed.

I can't see a world in which THB stays. We will have to sell at least two key players I'd imagine. THB and Jander would be my guesses. Also Charles if he doesn't want to sign a new deal. I think Scienza might stay though. 

[Willo of Whiteley]

On 02/06/2026 at 14:16, Willo of Whiteley said:

Dragan Solak has today thrown his weight behind the club and has said we’ll have a squad to give us excitement and promotion this season.

Reserving judgement on this for now.

But all eyes are firmly on the club.

Peretz incoming - 24 hours later

“Here wE gO” 😂

[Patrick Bateman]

33 minutes ago, CSA96 said:

 

LOVED Peretz last season, organisation of the defence, vocal, leading, heart and soul of the dressing room and team spirit AND, he can stop a shot or two

Would go down as one of our best ever signings and no, I'm not being dramatic with that. 

[HarvSFC]

Very surprising, positively. Feared we had seen the last of Peretz and that we'd have to go into another season with Bazunu. Peretz is the 2026 Artur Boruc. Got a huge mistake in him every now and again, bit mental, but does the basics and capable of pulling off a worldie. Looked solid against the Premier League opposition, Fulham, Arsenal and Man City last season too which can only be a positive.

His communication from the back also shouldn't be understated. Watching him live, he gets involved in our attacking set-pieces and organising the players from all positions. Communication was a weakness within the squad for a long while and Peretz fixes a lot.