Southampton announce 29-man squad for German training camp and friendly vs Eintracht Braunschweig

Southampton have named a 29‑man squad for a week‑long pre‑season camp in Germany, where they will play friendlies against Eintracht Braunschweig and SC Preußen Münster. The list includes the surprise inclusion of midfielder Shea Charles, the return of Yuki Sugawara from the World Cup, and notes that Cyle Larin will join after the camp. Three players – Finn Azaz, Caspar Jander and Sam Edozie – stay in England for treatment of minor injuries.

The first friendly against Eintracht Braunschweig is set for 24 July 2026 at 7 pm UK time (8 pm local). Squad rotation is expected, with uncertainty over goalkeeper Daniel Peretz (wrist injury) and defender Finn Azaz (knock). The club emphasizes that pre‑season results are not predictive of the upcoming season.