How each player Southampton sold this summer has fared since leaving the club
Southampton made six first-team sales this summer as Sport Republic have looked to balance the books and trim the squad ready for the Premier League.
Southampton made six first-team sales this summer as Sport Republic have looked to balance the books and trim the squad ready for the Premier League.
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 have endured a tough start to their Premier League return, losing 1-0 to Newcastle United and then by the same scoreline to Nottingham Forest.
Southampton announced their 11th first-team signing of the summer on Monday night as Russell Martin welcomed Mateus Fernandes from Sporting.
Southampton are set to be presented with an offer for Carlos Alcaraz that will hardly be worth consideration for owners Sport Republic.
Russell Martin could return to a tactic he first used in the 3-1 home win over Leeds United in the Championship last season if Southampton do not sign another striker this summer.
Southampton ended their pre-season preparations with a 0-0 draw against La Liga opponents Getafe at St Mary’s.
Carlos Alcaraz could hold the key to Southampton beating Wolves to sign a new goalkeeper this summer, with Russell Martin keen to resolve what is proving to be a problem position.
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.
Martin told he has one ‘great’ Southampton in his ranks player after Lazio display, provided one thing continues