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 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 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.
After a rare week without a midweek fixture, Southampton travel to QPR on Saturday as the Saints look to extend their unbeaten run to a remarkable 15 games.
Southampton finished bottom of the Premier League last season and suffered relegation in the process, but managed to retain some key players despite dropping to the Championship.
Russell Martin has overseen consecutive draws in the past week, but his side need to take the next step and secure three points against Blackburn Rovers on Saturday.