Saints in race for Saddlers hotshot

Last Updated: Tue, 19 Mar 2013 15:56
Southampton

Southampton and Norwich are tracking 18-goal Walsall striker Will Grigg who could be available on a free transfer this summer.

The Northern Ireland international is being looked at closely by both Premier League clubs after going on a scoring run that has yielded nine League One goals in his last seven appearances.

Southampton and Norwich scouts watched the 21-year-old striker last Saturday when he bagged the last-minute equaliser that earned the Saddlers a point against Crawley.

Grigg has been offered a two-year deal by Walsall but the talks have stalled.

Walsall boss Dean Smith said: "Will wants to see his future resolved. We want him to continue his education here."

Norwich are desperate to add to their firepower after notching less than a goal a game this season, giving them the third worst scoring record in the Premier League.

Southampton are also in the market for a young forward to add competition for places up front and may watch Grigg, and Saints midfielder Steven Davis, play for Northern Ireland against Russia in Belfast on Friday.

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