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Southampton: Which Saints loanees have a future back at the club?

ByMarc Walker|
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 19: Shane Long of Southampton looks on during the FA Cup Third Round match between Southampton and Shrewsbury Town on January 19, 2021 in Southampton, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 19: Shane Long of Southampton looks on during the FA Cup Third Round match between Southampton and Shrewsbury Town on January 19, 2021 in Southampton, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)
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Shane Long (Photo by James Williamson – AMA/Getty Images)
Shane Long (Photo by James Williamson – AMA/Getty Images)

Shane Long

How is he doing?

Long was sent to Bournemouth back in January and will be looking to play a part in their push for promotion in the latter stages of this season. So far, he has made eight appearances and scored two goals in the Championship.

Saints future?

Long has a contract with Saints until June 2022 but the fact that he is out of favour and has been sent out on-loan suggests that he may move on permanently this summer if a suitor is found.

At 34, he may well be replaced in Ralph Hasenhuttl’s plans by a younger player with potential.