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Southampton: Five youngsters who could see game time this season

By Marc Walker

GOLDACH, SWITZERLAND - JULY 15: Nathan Tella from FC Southampton in action during the pre-season friendly match between FC Southampton and St. Gallen at Sportanlage Kellen on July 15, 2017 in Goldach, Switzerland. (Photo by Simon Hausberger/Getty Images)
GOLDACH, SWITZERLAND - JULY 15: Nathan Tella from FC Southampton in action during the pre-season friendly match between FC Southampton and St. Gallen at Sportanlage Kellen on July 15, 2017 in Goldach, Switzerland. (Photo by Simon Hausberger/Getty Images) /
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NORTHAMPTON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 07: Alfie Jones of Southampton in action during the Checkatrade Trophy match between Northampton Town and Southampton U23 at Sixfields on November 7, 2017 in Northampton, England. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images)
NORTHAMPTON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 07: Alfie Jones of Southampton in action during the Checkatrade Trophy match between Northampton Town and Southampton U23 at Sixfields on November 7, 2017 in Northampton, England. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images) /

Alfie Jones

Jones is a centre-back who is also comfortable playing in midfield, and this ability to play both positions means he is very capable at playing out from defence.

He has been at the club since Under-9 level, and has been handed the first-team squad number of 32 this season.

The 20-year-old has made 16 appearances for Saints’ u23 side so far this campaign including against senior opposition in the EFL Trophy. He has also worn the captains armband on a number of occasions.

First-team opportunities could come in the FA Cup during Saints’ fourth-round tie with Watford this weekend or in future rounds.