Ben Brereton Díaz

In July 2024, Southampton reportedly completed the transfer from Villarreal for a fee of €8.3 million (also reported as £7m). More recently, in April 2026, a fan pundit suggested Derby County should offer between £2m and £3m (approximately €2.5m to €3.5m) for a permanent transfer.

Our valuation is driven by Ben Brereton Díaz entering the final year of his contract at Southampton, where he appears to be surplus to requirements. While he was acquired for €8.3 million in 2024, his value has since declined. The strongest recent signal is a suggested bid of €2.5-€3.5 million from a fan pundit, which aligns with reported interest from several Championship clubs and his current contract status.