Nolan Galves ‘to choose’ between Southampton and West Brom after deals agreed | OneFootball

According to Sainstmarching.com, Southampton and West Bromwich Albion have agreed deals with Rodez for Nolan Galves, and the right-back is set to choose his destination, with a decision expected within hours.

Galves is an attack-minded wing-back in Ligue 2, producing seven assists and an average rating of seven point zero four last season. He created 48 chances and completed 57 crosses, including one assist in the promotion play-off.

Among Ligue 2 full-backs, FotMob rates him highly for assists and chance creation, but lower for aerial duels and defensive actions. In short, he offers more going forward than at the back.

Rodez set a fee close to one million euros, around £850,000, while Transfermarkt lists him at about £1m. At 23, he looks a low-risk punt for end product.

The step from Ligue 2 to the Championship is significant. He would likely start as cover behind James Bree and the returning Mads Roerslev.

Saints Marching has previously highlighted how injuries left Southampton short at full-back, so inexpensive depth makes sense. How much he plays would also depend on whether current options are sold or kept.

The snag is West Brom want him too, and may need him more. Tonda Eckert already has several senior right-backs, while Albion are thinner, and game time often sways a young player.

If Galves wants to start every week, The Hawthorns could appeal. Southampton begin 2026/27 in the Championship with a four-point deduction after the Spygate expulsion, so every squad slot must count.

Verdict: 3/5, smart value in a gifted attacking full-back, though the jump in level and limited defensive output weigh against it. Likelihood: 2/5, the source is trusted, but Albion’s pitch for minutes could prove decisive.

Source: Sainstmarching.com