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Southampton sign England youth goalkeeper Angus Gunn from Manchester City

The 22-year-old glovesman has penned a five-year deal with Saints

Southampton have signed England youth goalkeeper Angus Gunn from Manchester City, the Premier League club have confirmed.

The 22-year-old spent last term on loan at Norwich and made 46 appearances in the Championship, catching the eye with some impressive displays.

 Gunn impressed during a loan spell at Norwich last season
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Gunn impressed during a loan spell at Norwich last season

He has penned a five-year contract with Southampton.

Gunn, who was part of the England Under-21 squad that won the Toulon Tournament in 2016, failed to make a first-team appearance at Manchester City prior to his departure.

He told Southampton's website: "The opportunity was there for me to stay at Manchester City but I saw the potential of this club and the squad.

 Gunn has been capped 11 times by England at Under-21 level
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Gunn has been capped 11 times by England at Under-21 level

"The manager (Mark Hughes) and Dave Watson (head of goalkeeping) were a big part of the reason why I have chosen to join and speaking to them both was a big factor in my decision.

"I think the club has got a big future and I'm looking forward to getting started now."

Gunn later took to Twitter to thank Man City for everything they have done for him during a seven-year stay with the Etihad Stadium club.

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