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Three takeaways from Southampton’s 0-0 draw with Swansea

By Chris Hughes

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 12: Southampton team in a huddle prior to the Premier League match between Southampton and Swansea City at St Mary's Stadium on August 12, 2017 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images)
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 12: Southampton team in a huddle prior to the Premier League match between Southampton and Swansea City at St Mary's Stadium on August 12, 2017 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images) /
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SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND – AUGUST 12: Tammy Abraham of Swansea City and Jack Stephens of Southampton battle for possession during the Premier League match between Southampton and Swansea City at St Mary’s Stadium on August 12, 2017 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Alex Morton/Getty Images)
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND – AUGUST 12: Tammy Abraham of Swansea City and Jack Stephens of Southampton battle for possession during the Premier League match between Southampton and Swansea City at St Mary’s Stadium on August 12, 2017 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Alex Morton/Getty Images) /

Jack Stephens is looking sharper than ever

He might not have the potential to be a world-class centre-half, but Jack Stephens looked sharp yesterday and could be in for another impressive season on the south coast.

Stephens made three interceptions whilst also not giving away a single foul. He completed nearly 84 percent of his pass attempts and all-in-all had a successful afternoon at St. Mary’s.

At just 23, Stephens has plenty of room to grow, and boasts the number five shirt with pride. Whilst his performance wasn’t perfect, he showed that he’s ready for a 30+ game season in the Premier League, whether Southampton sign another defender or not.