Daniel Peretz signs permanently for Southampton from Bayern Munich
Synopsis
Southampton have turned Daniel Peretz’s loan into a four-year permanent deal — and it’s easy to see why. The Israeli goalkeeper played every minute of a 21-match unbeaten Championship run, kept eight clean sheets, and stood firm against Arsenal, Manchester City, and Fulham in the FA Cup. He chose Southampton over other suitors, calling it his ‘dealbreaker’ home.
Key Takeaways
Southampton have signed goalkeeper Daniel Peretz permanently from Bayern Munich on a four-year contract .
The 25-year-old Israel international played every minute of Southampton’s 21-match unbeaten run in the Sky Bet Championship .
Peretz kept eight clean sheets in 26 appearances across all competitions and lost just twice .
He delivered standout performances against Fulham , Arsenal , and Manchester City in the FA Cup semi-final run.
Technical Director Johannes Spors confirmed Peretz stayed committed despite interest from other clubs.
Southampton now aim to use Peretz’s form as a foundation for a Premier League promotion push next season.
Southampton have completed the permanent signing of goalkeeper Daniel Peretz from Bayern Munich on a four-year contract, the English Championship club confirmed on 5 June. The 25-year-old Israel international joins on a full-time basis after an outstanding loan spell that helped transform the club's defensive fortunes in the second half of the season.
From Loan to Permanent Deal
Peretz first arrived at Southampton on loan from Bayern Munich in January, slotting straight into the starting XI under manager Tonda Eckert. He went on to play every single minute of the club's remarkable 21-match unbeaten run in the Sky Bet Championship, during which Southampton dramatically tightened their defence and mounted a serious promotion push.
Across all competitions, Peretz made 26 appearances following his mid-season arrival, keeping eight clean sheets and ending the campaign having been on the losing side on only two occasions.
FA Cup Standout and Key Performances
Beyond the league, Peretz delivered several standout displays during Southampton's run to the FA Cup semi-finals, facing and holding firm against Premier League opposition including Fulham, Arsenal, and Manchester City. Those performances underlined his readiness for top-flight football and significantly raised his profile.
What Peretz Said
Speaking after the deal was confirmed in a statement released by the club, Peretz expressed his desire to be part of Southampton's long-term ambitions. “I’m super excited. For the last few months this was my home, and we had so many good times, and also some tense times, but even in the last few weeks with how we stayed together you could really feel this home environment,” he said.
“That was, for me, the dealbreaker. Yes, it is my dream to play in the Premier League and on the highest stages in the world, but a bigger dream for me is to be there with Southampton. I really believe that we can be there and achieve that,” he added.
Career Background
Peretz began his career at Maccabi Tel Aviv, making more than 100 appearances for the Israeli club before earning a move to Bayern Munich. During his time in Germany, he made seven senior appearances and trained alongside legendary goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, whom he has described as his childhood hero.
Club’s View and What’s Next
Southampton Group Technical Director Johannes Spors praised both the quality and commitment Peretz had shown throughout the process. “We knew about Daniel’s qualities when we signed him on loan in January, and his impact on the team was clear for everybody to see. He has a confidence in his own ability that transmits to the players in front of him,” Spors said.
Spors added that Peretz had remained committed to Southampton even with other options available: “It was clear throughout these discussions that he remained committed to us, even with other options on the table.”
With the permanent acquisition now confirmed, Southampton will look to build on last season’s momentum as they prepare for a renewed Championship campaign with promotion back to the Premier League firmly in their sights.
Point of View
Not just roster management. Southampton’s 21-match unbeaten run was built in no small part on defensive solidity that Peretz provided — and the club has moved quickly to prevent a repeat of the situation where a key performer returns to his parent club at season’s end. The telling detail is that Peretz had other options and chose to stay; for a goalkeeper trained by Manuel Neuer at Bayern Munich, that is not a decision made for lack of ambition. The real question now is whether Southampton’s squad depth across the pitch matches the quality they’ve secured between the posts.
NationPress
7 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Daniel Peretz and where did he come from?
Daniel Peretz is a 25-year-old Israeli goalkeeper who joined Southampton on a permanent basis from Bayern Munich. He began his career at Maccabi Tel Aviv, making over 100 appearances, before moving to Bayern Munich where he made seven senior appearances and trained under Manuel Neuer.
How did Daniel Peretz perform during his loan spell at Southampton?
Peretz played every minute of Southampton’s 21-match unbeaten Championship run, kept eight clean sheets, and made 26 appearances across all competitions. He was on the losing side only twice and delivered key performances against Arsenal, Manchester City, and Fulham in the FA Cup.
What are the contract details of Peretz’s permanent move to Southampton?
Daniel Peretz has signed a four-year contract with Southampton, confirmed on 5 June. The deal is permanent, ending his association with Bayern Munich.
Why did Peretz choose Southampton over other clubs?
Peretz said the club’s team environment was the decisive factor, describing it as his ‘dealbreaker.’ He stated that while playing in the Premier League was his dream, doing so with Southampton specifically was a bigger priority, even with other options available.
What are Southampton’s ambitions for the upcoming season?
Southampton are aiming to secure promotion back to the Premier League in the upcoming Championship campaign. The permanent signing of Peretz is seen as a key part of building on the defensive foundation that drove their strong second-half performance last season.
