Five Players that Southampton Should Sign this Summer

SWANSEA, WALES - MAY 08: Swansea City manager Russell Martin celebrates in front of home supporters after the Sky Bet Championship match between Swansea City and West Bromwich Albion at the Swansea.com Stadium on May 08, 2023 in Swansea, Wales. (Photo by Athena Pictures/Getty Images) /

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2. Ryan Manning – Free Agent

Darnell Furlong of West Bromwich Albion and Ryan Manning of Swansea City in action during the Sky Bet Championship match between Swansea City and West Bromwich Albion at the Swansea.com Stadium on May 08, 2023 in Swansea, Wales. /

Ryan Manning, 26, would be a very sensible pick-up for Southampton on a free transfer.

The Irish international has recently been released from Swansea City following the expiry of his contract this summer.

Despite this, Manning has plenty of Championship experience that he has racked up with Swansea, Queens Park Rangers and Rotherham United.

The 26-year-old featured in 43 of the 46 Championship games for Swansea City this campaign whilst scoring five goals and contributing 10 assists, which is a fantastic return.

Manning has also worked with Russell Martin for two seasons and knows how the manager likes his team to play and what he expects from his players.

Therefore, Manning should be a no-brainer for Southampton on a free transfer this summer as he could bring a lot to the team next season.