Exclusive:'Can add value' - Robert Snodgrass' verdict on Shea Charles amid Leeds United interest in Southampton star

Robert Snodgrass believes Southampton midfielder Shea Charles would “add value” to the midfield of his former club Leeds United.

Charles enjoyed a stellar 2025/26 campaign but it did not end in promotion from the Championship, as Southampton were removed from the play-offs amid the ‘spygate’ saga.

Reports have indicated he is now in the sights of Leeds, who are said to have seen a £20m offer for the Northern Ireland international rejected.

Robert Snodgrass’ Shea Charles verdict

Snodgrass, who made 191 appearances for Leeds between 2008 and 2012, believes Charles would be a shrewd addition to the Whites ranks.

Speaking to The Yorkshire Post via William Hill, who offer England to win the World Cup odds, Snodgrass said: “He’s a good player who can add value to the squad, especially in the midfield area. Games are tough in the Premier League, so you have to ensure you have the squad to last.

“Leeds needed the time to build up a squad when they were last relegated from the Premier League and last year, came back stronger and looked comfortable all season in staying in the league.

“This is credit to the manager, and the recruitment team who did the work early with transfers to get the squad to play last season. Now it’s the same for me in adding quality to the squad to continue to stay in the Premier League.”

Leeds United interest in Southampton’s Shea Charles

It remains to be seen how much Southampton will demand for Charles, who will most likely have admirers elsewhere.

Leeds clearly rate the 22-year-old highly but will be hoping to avoid a bidding war that sends his market value skyrocketing.

Charles is no stranger to Yorkshire having spent the 2024/25 season on loan at Sheffield Wednesday. During his time in South Yorkshire, he played alongside his younger brother Pierce.

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