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 – SEPTEMBER 21: Jake Hesketh of Southampton celebrates scoring his sides second goal during the EFL Cup Third Round match between Southampton and Crystal Palace at St Mary’s Stadium on September 21, 2016 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images) /

Jake Hesketh

Hesketh is another Southampton player who has been talked about among supporters for a while now. Fans caught a glimpse of his quality when he scored at St Mary’s against Crystal Palace in the EFL Cup run.

Having made his debut for the first team against Manchester United, Hesketh has since spent the majority of his time in the development squads. An attacking midfielder with a considerable eye for a pass and a silky dribbler on the ball.

His stylish way of playing is something that should fit well into the way Southampton intend to play in the upcoming season. With more time to adapt the physical demands of the Premier League, I would hope to see Jake flourish and go on to become a regular for the first team in the next generation of Southampton academy graduates.