Even the most optimistic of Southampton fans will know Russell Martin will have a tough job to keep the club in the Premier League this season.
Ben Brereton Diaz opened his Southampton account just five minutes into his St Mary’s debut with the opener in 1-1 pre-season draw with Lazio.
Southampton drew 1-1 against Lazio in their first home match of pre-season with the game sure to be remembered for it’s fiery nature that culminated in red cards for Carlos Alcaraz and Alessio Romagnoli.
Southampton legend Matt Le Tissier has been speaking on his former club’s chances of survival upon their return to the Premier League this season.
Southampton could see a player who has no future at the club finally moved on this summer as two clubs have made their interest known.
Adam Lallana secured a nostalgic return to Southampton this summer, ten years after leaving the club for Liverpool.
Russell Martin plays a key role in the recruitment at Southampton, with the manager having a big say on which players the club target.
Southampton look very light in the forward areas with less than two weeks until Russell Martin takes his side to Newcastle United for the first game of the season.
Russell Martin hopes that Southampton have the edge over their competitors in their efforts to secure a marquee signing this summer.
Southampton were triumphant over Championship opposition as they beat Millwall 1-0 in their fifth friendly of pre-season on Saturday.