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Southampton look likely to be left disappointed in their pursuit for a new defender, with a summer target edging closer to a move to a Championship club. Southampton have added just one new senior player so far this summer, with 36-year-old Adam Lallana securing a sentimental return to the club he started at for free. Centre-back Taylor Harwood-Bellis has also signed but will not be considered a new player given he saw his loan deal become permanent upon promotion as per the terms of the agreement with Manchester City. Even with Harwood-Bellis’ permanent arrival, Russell Martin has just three …

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