Southampton: Saints Marching's summer transfer window roundtable

Southampton: Saints Marching’s summer transfer window roundtable – Alastair Case

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 03: Che Adams of Southampton battles for the ball with Rafael Czichos of 1.FC Koln during the Pre-Season Friendly match between Southampton and FC Koln at St. Mary's Stadium on August 03, 2019 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images) /

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MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – MAY 24: Toby Alderweireld of Southampton applaudes the fans after the Barclays Premier League match between Manchester City and Southampton held at Etihad Stadium on May 24, 2015 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images) /

Q4) Saints have made some very decent deadline day signings in the past. Which of these was the best signing and why?

Alderweireld was a real Rolls Royce at the heart of our defence and I would have him back in heartbeat. I appreciate that other deadline day signings have either brought us money in sales (Mane) or contributed more to key moments (Gabbi) but even despite that, Alderweireld would be my pick. When playing alongside Jose Fonte, we looked impregnable at times and the Belgian always looked like he had more time than others. Decent on the ball, he could be robust when required and complemented Fonte’s watchfulness and ability to lead the defensive line.

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