With the January transfer window opening, Southampton will be one of a countless number of clubs assessing what they can do to improve their squad ahead of the second half of the season.
Southampton have had a perfect festive period so far, winning four in a row to see out 2023, but face a difficult test as they travel to Norwich City on New Years Day.
Southampton extended their unbeaten run to 17 games as they beat Plymouth Argyle 2-1 to close the gap on the Championship automatic promotion places.
Southampton continued their fine run of form on Boxing Day, as they condemned Russell Martin’s former club, Swansea City, to a 5-0 defeat.
Southampton recorded their biggest win of the season on Saturday, as they put five past Russell Martin’s former side Swansea City in a Boxing Day performance that will live long in the memory.
Russell Martin faces former club Swansea City for the first time as Southampton welcome the south Wales side to St Mary’s for a Boxing Day clash.
The transfer window is fast approaching and Southampton will be looking at what they can do to improve their squad in January to put them in the best possible position for the rest of the season.
Southampton extended their unbeaten run to 15 consecutive games as they overcame a difficult obstacle, beating a plucky QPR side 1-0.
Southampton fans could be forgiven for anticipating a busy January, with Championship fixtures coming thick and fast and the third round of the FA Cup, but one factor they may not have consider is the African Cup of Nations.
Southampton have been dealt a huge blow in their bid for promotion as the player signed in the summer to spearhead their attack has effectively been ruled out for the season.