James Ward Prowse on verge of a return to Southampton

NewsNow · The Ugly Inside · 2026-08-27 · all

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West Ham United midfielder James Ward-Prowse is reportedly nearing a departure from the London Stadium as a homecoming to his former club, Southampton, appears imminent. The experienced midfielder, who moved to East London following a lengthy career on the South Coast, is currently the subject of advanced discussions regarding a transfer back to his previous employers. Should the transaction be finalized, it would conclude the player’s spell with the Hammers after he joined the squad to bolster their midfield options and overall squad depth. Club officials and the player are believed to be in the final stages of the move.

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