Southampton hopeful of landing Guido Carrillo as talks with Monaco continue

Southampton hopeful of landing Guido Carrillo as talks with Monaco continue

Image: Guido Carrillo has scored 20 goals in over 50 games for Monaco

Southampton remain in talks with Monaco for striker Guido Carrillo and are hopeful of concluding a deal, Sky Sports News understands.

Sky Sports News reported earlier this month that the Saints were keen to sign the 26-year-old, who previously worked with boss Mauricio Pellegrino in their native Argentina.

He is thought to be valued at around £15m and Sky Sports News understands reports of a £17.5m offer from Southampton are not accurate.

Image: Nico Gaitan is not currently a target being discussed at Southampton

Carillo has made 22 appearances this season but just two of them have been starts in Ligue 1. He has scored 20 goals in over 50 appearances for Monaco since signing from Estudiantes in 2015.

Southampton, who are struggling in the Premier League and sit outside the relegation places by just a point, are seeking a target man to play alongside Charlie Austin when he returns from injury.

Sky Sports News understands they also remain keen to sign Theo Walcott from Arsenal, but have not discussed potential moves for Atletico pair Nico Gaitan nor Kevin Gameiro, contrary to reports.