Manchester City defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis had a standout loan spell at Southampton this season, making 46 appearances and scoring two goals. His contributions helped the team secure a spot in the Championship play-off final, where they defeated Leeds United 1-0 to earn promotion back to the Premier League.
The victory at Wembley triggered a £20 million permanent transfer for the talented defender, as a clause in his loan deal stipulated that Southampton had to buy him if they achieved promotion. Harwood-Bellis expressed his excitement about joining Southampton permanently and playing in the top tier next season.
After the win, Harwood-Bellis shared his joy at the outcome of the game and his commitment to staying with Southampton. He emphasized his eagerness to start pre-season preparations without any discussions with Manchester City. This promotion marks the second consecutive one for Harwood-Bellis, who was also part of the Burnley team that won the Championship last season. He described both experiences as surreal and special in their own ways, emphasizing his love for the clubs he has been a part of. Now, he is looking forward to the new challenge of playing in the Premier League with Southampton.
