SAINTS have confirmed the season-long loan arrival of Maxwel Cornet from West Ham United.

The forward finalised a move to St Mary’s on deadline day, bolstering Russell Martin’s squad ahead of the summer transfer window closing.
 
Cornet, 27, arrives after two seasons with West Ham, where he has made 37 appearances and was part of the squad that won the UEFA Europa Conference League in 2023.
 
He is also an experienced international, with 31 Ivory Coast caps to his name, while he previously represented France up to Under-21 level.
 
Cornet came through the youth ranks at French club Metz and subsequently played six seasons for Lyon, making more than 250 appearances - helping them reach the Champions League semi-final.

Southampton manager Martin said: “Maxwel is a very dynamic player and he gives us another exciting dimension to the group.
 
“He’s someone who can be a real threat to the opposition on the pitch and I’m delighted the ownership group and board have been able to get another attacking option in for us.
 
“He’s really excited to be coming here and I think it’s a move that can bring out the best in him and work really well for both him and us.”