Brighton and Leeds ‘keen on’ Finn Azaz as Southampton brace for summer bids | OneFootball

Southampton’s play-off push comes alongside growing interest in Finn Azaz, with the club braced for summer enquiries after his standout form. The Saints sit narrowly inside the top six on goal difference.

SportsBoom reports that Brighton and Leeds are keen on the £12m midfielder. The Seagulls have sent scouts to watch him, while Leeds have listed him among potential targets.

For Eckert’s promotion chasers this season, Azaz has 10 goals and seven assists in 39 matches in all competitions. Across his Championship career he has 33 goals and 27 assists. Comfortable as a number 10 or out wide, he has been difficult for EFL defences to contain.

Southampton hope promotion would strengthen their hand in keeping him, although money could speak loudly in the summer window. Eckert will want the speculation parked as the run-in intensifies.

Azaz, 25, is set to play for the Republic of Ireland national team after an impressive campaign. His rise has coincided with Eckert leading a 14-game unbeaten run this season.

Source: Sainstmarching.com