Saints sign Forecast
12:30pm Monday 7th July 2008
SAINTS have today completed the signing of Tottenham goalkeeper Tommy Forecast.
The 21-year-old Spurs reserve has joined the club on a five-year-deal for an undisclosed fee.
Forecast, who passed a medical yesterday, took part in his first training session at Saints' Staplewood complex this morning.
"I am really pleased it is all sorted," said the six-foot-four keeper. "I found out about Southampton's interest a couple of weeks ago and it has taken a while to sort out because Spurs did not really want to let me go.
"There were a few clubs interested in me but as soon as I found out Southampton wanted me, my mind was made up.
"They are a huge club with a big fan base - they are a Premiership club really and I feel I can go places with them. I can see myself progressing well here.
"I came down on Friday, sorted out terms and passed the medical and then joined in training today. It was a very good session and all the lads seem very positive which is what we need.
"There are a lot of good young players here and I have been very impressed by what I have seen so far. I am delighted to be here."