Russell Martin has struggled to find the right balance with his Southampton team so far this season with three defeats from three in the Premier League reflecting this.
Southampton go into the first international break of the season winless in the Premier League as Russell Martin looks to prove his divisive style can be successful in the top flight.
Southampton had an extremely busy summer as Russell Martin looked to assemble a squad capable of staying in the Premier League this season.
Southampton fans were left divided by the club’s decision to sell Carlos Alcaraz to Flamengo this summer with many feeling he could be a useful option for Russell Martin this season.
Southampton head into the first international break of the season without a point after Russell Martin watched his side lose 3-1 against Brentford on Saturday.
Shea Charles will continue his development on loan at Sheffield United this season with Southampton hoping he can return next summer a better player.
Southampton’s tough start to life in the Premier League continued with a 3-1 loss away at Brentford to continue Russell Martin’s search for his first points as a top flight manager.
Southampton’s search for their first points since returning to the Premier League goes on as Russell Martin’s side lost 3-1 to Brentford on Saturday.
There was plenty of optimism amongst Southampton supporters going into their league game at Brentford on Saturday after a successful Transfer Deadline Day.