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Report: Southampton in talks over £20m deal for Bundesliga midfielder

Southampton are in talks with Schalke 04 over the potential signing of midfielder Weston McKennie this summer, Sky Sports reports. The south Coast outfit recently sanctioned the sale of Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg to Tottenham Hotspur and they are likely to find a replacement. McKennie has emerged as the prime target for the Saints and it is reported that talks are underway with Schalke over a deal worth £20m for his services. The United States international has already turned down a move to Hertha Berlin and he is said to be keen on joining a Premier League club this summer. The Saints are currently in advanced negotiations for the 21-year-old, but they may have to raise funds from player sales before securing his signature. Wesley Hoedt, Guido Carrillo and Mario Lemina are among...