It's all confirmed: Elias Jelert Kristensen has joined Southampton from Galatasaray. The defender has penned terms with his new club and completed all registration steps. This deal brings to an end a high-profile pursuit, with Southampton now adding another piece to their evolving squad structure. The move attracted little outside interest, which meant Southampton could complete the transfer without any real contest. This season (25/26) Southampton have shipped 11 goals in 8 matches - 1.38 a game, which is well above the Championship average. Elias Jelert Kristensen would be expected to come in and help tighten things up at the back. Galatasaray have also been linked with Senne Lammens, Wilfried Stephane Singo and Manuel Akanji while Southampton are reportedly monitoring Tom Fellows, Finn Azaz and Jack Rudoni. Follow for more transfer rumours ahead of the Transfer Window!