2026/2027 season squad.
Goalkeepers
| # | Player | Position | Nationality | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Daniel Peretz |
Goalkeeper | Israel | 26 |
| 25 |  George Long |
Goalkeeper | England | 32 |
Defenders
| # | Player | Position | Nationality | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 |  Ryan Manning |
Defender | Republic of Ireland | 30 |
| 5 |  Jack Stephens |
Defender | England | 32 |
| 6 |  Taylor Harwood-Bellis |
Defender | England | 24 |
| 13 |  Keven Schlotterbeck |
Defender | Germany | 29 |
| 14 |  James Bree |
Defender | England | 28 |
| 15 |  Nathan Wood |
Defender | England | 24 |
| 17 |  Joshua Quarshie |
Defender | Germany | 22 |
| 34 |  Welington |
Defender | Brazil | 25 |
Midfielders
| # | Player | Position | Nationality | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 |  Flynn Downes |
Midfielder | England | 27 |
| 7 |  Léo Scienza |
Midfielder | Brazil | 27 |
| 10 |  Finn Azaz |
Midfielder | England | 25 |
| 18 |  Tom Fellows |
Midfielder | England | 23 |
| 23 |  Samuel Edozie |
Midfielder | England | 23 |
| 26 |  Cameron Bragg |
Midfielder | England | 21 |
| 27 | Kuryu Matsuki |
Midfielder | Japan | 23 |
| 29 |  Romeo Akachukwu |
Midfielder | Republic of Ireland | 20 |
| 30 |  James Ward-Prowse |
Midfielder | England | 31 |
Attackers
| # | Player | Position | Nationality | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 |  Cyle Larin |
Attacker | Canada | 31 |
| 11 |  Lewis Dobbin |
Attacker | England | 23 |
| 19 |  Cameron Archer |
Attacker | England | 24 |
| 22 |  Ben Brereton Díaz |
Attacker | Chile | 27 |
| 28 |  Divin Mubama |
Attacker | England | 21 |
| 40 | Princewill Ehibhatiomhan |
Attacker | England | 20 |
Squads
| # | Player | Position | Nationality | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — |  Aaron Ramsdale |
— | England | 28 |
| — |  Zach Abbott |
— | England | 20 |
| — |  Jamie Jones |
— | England | 37 |
Data: SportMonks · updated 5 Sept 2026
Key Players at St Mary’s
James Ward-Prowse anchors the midfield alongside Flynn Downes. Taylor Harwood-Bellis leads the defensive line with Jack Stephens. Furthermore, Aaron Ramsdale provides significant experience in goal. Cyle Larin spearheads the attack while Ben Brereton Díaz offers versatility across the front line. Indeed, this core group forms the tactical foundation for the current campaign.
Meanwhile, younger talents like Romeo Akachukwu and Princewill Ehibhatiomhan push for regular minutes. Kuryu Matsuki adds technical depth to the midfield rotation. Similarly, Welington provides defensive cover on the flanks. Crucially, the coaching staff maintains balance between established professionals and emerging academy prospects to ensure squad longevity.
Latest Transfers and Squad Updates
Southampton actively reshaped the roster during the recent window. The club recruited Daniel Peretz to compete for the number one shirt. Moreover, Keven Schlotterbeck joined to bolster defensive options. These additions address specific gaps identified by the recruitment team. Consequently, the squad now possesses greater depth in critical areas.
However, the management continues to monitor the market for further improvements. Jamie Jones provides veteran backup in the goalkeeping department. Meanwhile, Zach Abbott represents the club’s commitment to developing domestic talent. Finally, the official Southampton FC website tracks all registration changes throughout the season.
Supporters can follow league progress via the Premier League portal. This resource provides accurate data on appearances and disciplinary records. Consistent performance remains the primary goal for the entire playing staff this year.
