Jordy Clasie to Southampton: Latest Transfer Details, Reaction and More

Jordy Clasie has completed his transfer from Feyenoord to Southampton, with the Dutchman signing a five-year deal at the Premier League club for a fee of around £8 million, per BBC Sport.

News that the deal had been finalised came via the official Southampton website on July 15, with Clasie expected to be tasked with filling the void left by Morgan Schneiderlin, who has joined Manchester United.

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Here’s a look at how the Dutchman shapes up statistically compared to the Frenchman, courtesy of WhoScored.com:

Clasie heads to the South Coast with a glittering reputation. The Netherlands international is a stylish midfield man and a player who has been tipped for great things with both his club and the national side.

Now he’ll get a wonderful chance to thrive in one of the most competitive leagues in European football.

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Dutch football expert Peter McVitie believes the 24-year-old will be a brilliant addition for Southampton:

Here’s a glimpse at what supporters can expect from their new midfield man at St Mary’s in the 2015-16 season:

Replacing the multi-faceted influence of Schneiderlin will be a massive ask. The Frenchman has been a lynchpin at the heart of this Southampton team in recent years, growing into one of the best midfielders in the Premier League. But there is undeniable potential for Clasie to come in and make a major impact.

The Oranje star may be of very sleight somatotype, which will be a concern for some given the physical reputation of English football.

Clasie's technical qualities and cerebral instincts will ensure he blossoms in English football, though, meaning Saints will not feel the loss of Schneiderlin quite as severely as many fear.