The Brazilian clubs Grêmio, Corinthians, and Bahia have made enquiries to understand the conditions for a potential deal for the 27-year-old Brazilian attacking midfielder Léo Scienza. A return to Brazil is considered extremely difficult due to the player's €29m (£25m) release clause. This figure is well beyond the typical investment level for Brazilian clubs, making the approaches likely to remain exploratory. Léo Scienza has indicated his preference is to continue his career in Europe and has stated that the Premier League is his main target. Clubs such as Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa, and Everton have shown interest. Southampton's stance on a sale is expected to be influenced by whether the club achieves promotion. Scienza joined Southampton in September 2025, and his contract runs until June 2029. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €10.00m.