Ronaldo Koeman's Southampton to benefit from Man United cup triumph
ESPN FC's Alexis Nunes and Paul Mariner discuss Southampton's season and why they may have been the most underrated side in the Premier League. Southampton manager Ronald Koeman may be tempted to shake...
View ArticleThe Premier League's top 10 clubs enter summer with issues aplenty
There is no time to stand still in the Premier League. While some players are gearing up for the European Championships or Copa America, others are hoping to snatch a couple of weeks of holiday....
View ArticleSouthampton fans' anger at Ronald Koeman to Everton rumours
The ESPN FC crew look at whether Ronald Koeman can revive Everton. Southampton fans will soon discover if manager Ronald Koeman is a man of his word or simply using their beloved club as a stepping...
View ArticleRonald Koeman departure a test of Les Reed's decision-making
Southampton have spent the past fortnight scouring Europe for a replacement for Everton-bound Ronald Koeman, but after being left disappointed at the manner of the past two managerial exits, perhaps a...
View ArticleShane Long ready to seize his chance with Republic of Ireland at Euro 2016
A leap backward to control an awkward ball on the chest, a juggle with the right foot, a cute sideways clip with the left. Shane Long's assist for Stephen Ward during Ireland's 2-1 friendly defeat to...
View ArticleRonald Koeman at Everton the latest step in Farhad Moshiri revolution
Former Everton striker Brian McBride decides whether or not he feels Ronald Koeman is the right man for the job. Ronald Koeman's arrival at Everton marks the start of a new era at Goodison Park and...
View ArticleSouthampton should remain intact despite imminent Wanyama exit
Victor Wanyama is set to become the first player to follow Ronald Koeman out of Southampton by completing a reported £12million move to Tottenham, but supporters should not fear that the...
View ArticleSouthampton's Victor Wanyama would be a smart signing for Tottenham
ESPN FC Tottenham correspondent Dan Kilpatrick looks back at Spurs' season, and what it is they need for the 2016/17 season to finally finish above their North London rivals. Victor Wanyama made 30...
View ArticleManuel Pellegrini snub could be a costly mistake for Southampton
ESPN FC's Alexis Nunes and Paul Mariner discuss Southampton's season and why they may have been the most underrated side in the Premier League. It is a measure of how far Southampton have come in a...
View ArticleSouthampton's Sadio Mane sale to Liverpool could prove fruitful for Saints
ESPN FC's Steve Nicol reacts to Liverpool's latest signing Sadio Mane and what he can offer Jurgen Klopp's side. Moving from Southampton to Liverpool has become a well-trodden path for players over the...
View ArticleClaude Puel needs Wanyama and Mane replacements at Southampton
ESPN FC's Steve Nicol says Claude Puel is a gamble by Southampton. Southampton's new manager Claude Puel has vowed to bring Champions League football to St Mary's but what does the Frenchman who guided...
View ArticleGraziano Pelle made an impact on Saints when the club needed it most
When Graziano Pelle becomes the latest big-name departure from Southampton, there should be no sense of ill-feeling on either side. On the contrary, both parties have reaped the benefits during the...
View ArticleClaude Puel must work hard to get Hojbjerg playing like Busquets
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is the latest new recruit at Southampton. It is not every day Pep Guardiola claims to have unearthed the new Sergio Busquets but that is the honour the man...
View ArticlePremier League 2016-17 preseason review: Your club's summer so far
The ESPN FC crew look at whether Leicester can build on their incredible title-winning season. With Euro 2016 over, focus will quickly shift to the 2016-17 season, and what a campaign lies in store....
View ArticleVarane, Stones and Lacazette among Premier League clubs' most wanted
The ESPN FC crew look at whether Arsenal can get a deal for Alexandre Lacazette over the line. Which player or what problematic area needs to be addressed in the summer transfer window? ESPN FC's club...
View ArticleSouthampton's lack of spending making for an uneasy summer
The ESPN FC crew react to the appointment of new Southampton manager Claude Puel. With little over three weeks to go until the start of the new Premier League season, and despite selling more players...
View ArticleAubameyang, Coman, Fonte and Bony on Premier League clubs' radars
The ESPN FC crew look at the latest transfer rumours. The transfer window is in full swing and Premier League clubs have until Aug. 31 to add to their sides. Plenty have been busy in the market, but...
View ArticleCan Southampton manager Claude Puel get the best out of Dusan Tadic?
The ESPN FC crew react to the appointment of new Southampton manager Claude Puel. Dusan Tadic recorded 12 Premier League assists last season. It would not be a surprise if Southampton playmaker Dusan...
View ArticlePremier League: Fosu-Mensah, Chilwell and Ojo the ones to watch in 2016-17
The ESPN FC crew discuss who could finish in the top four this season. The ESPN FC crew discuss who could finish in the top four this season. Could this be the breakout year for your club's rising...
View ArticleSouthampton and Claude Puel moving on from Ronald Koeman era
ESPN FC's Steve Nicol says Southampton are taking a gamble with Claude Puel. When Claude Puel was named as Ronald Koeman's successor as Southampton manager, his reputation as an innovative and...
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