Archer joins from Villa - a good signing?
Southampton have signed Cameron Archer from Aston Villa on a four-year-deal.
The forward joins having played on loan for Sheffield United in the Premier League last season, as well as prior spells with Preston North End and Middlesbrough.
"I'm really excited to be here," said the 22-year-old. " I had a good chat with the gaffer. Obviously, he told me everything I needed to hear. That was one of the main reasons why I'm here, his playing style, his coaching and trying to improve me as a player."
Saints boss Russell Martin added: "Cameron is a really exciting young talent with huge potential to improve, and we’re really delighted to add him to the group in time for our first game back in the Premier League. He’s had a really good pre-season – he’s sharp and ready to go.
"He’s a constant threat with his pace and ability to score goals, and will have learned a lot from playing regularly in the Premier League last season. Now it’s up to us to help him develop and showcase how good he can be at this level."
Is this another good signing for Saints ahead of their top-flight campaign? Are there any other players Martin should be looking at to bolster the team, including the potential loan of Chelsea midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu?
