Three Southampton youngsters who deserve minutes in the first team

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - APRIL 05: James Ward-Prowse of Southampton celebrates scoring his sides third goal during the Premier League match between Southampton and Crystal Palace at St Mary's Stadium on April 5, 2017 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Ian Walton/Getty Images) /

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SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 08: Josh Sims of Southampton during the UEFA Europa League match between Southampton FC and Hapoel Beer-Sheva FC at St Mary’s Stadium on December 8, 2016 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images) /

Josh Sims

Firstly, Josh Sims. In my opinion an extremely exciting prospect for Southampton. He proved in that semi-final win at Anfield what his game is all about.

A pacey and direct winger, comfortable using both feet and attacking players when on the ball, he brings a dynamism and fresh approach not seen often enough in Southampton colours last season.

He managed a respectable 13 appearances in the 16/17 season. Despite many of these being substitute appearances and in the lesser cup games, as previously mentioned he contributed massively to Shane Long’s winner against Liverpool in the EFL Cup.

A more consistent run of games, giving confidence and match sharpness could do wonders for Sims. He has a lot to give, and hopefully new manager Mauricio Pellegrino can see that and involves him a lot more this coming season.