3 reasons why Saints are reluctant to repeat £14.6 million Premier League mistake
- Manager Russell Martin is rumoured to be sacked by Southampton in the upcoming weeks.
- The three reasons why the Saints are reluctant to sack the promotion-winning manager.
By Aakash Desai
Following the third consecutive Premier League defeat after the Leicester City match, Southampton manager Russell Martin confirmed his Saints future while suggesting that the board believes in his long-term plans. However, in the recent couple of weeks, several managers such as West Brom's Carlos Corberan, Brentford's Thomas Frank and UEFA Conference League 2022/23 winner David Moyes have been tipped to replace Martin at the St. Mary's Stadium.
Although Martin assured the Southampton fans that he will remain the head coach in the upcoming matches, there are speculations that the Southampton board may consider sacking Martin if the results don't improve against Wolves and Everton. However, Martin guided the Saints to return to the Premier League at the first Championship attempt itself, thus, here are the 3 reasons why Southampton may decide to keep Martin at Southampton regardless of the Premier League results.
3 reasons why Saints are reluctant to repeat £14.6 million Premier League mistake
New Contract
After winning the Championship playoff final 1-0 to achieve Premier League promotion, Southampton rewarded Russell Martin with a new three-year contract in July. Thus, Martin's current contract will run until the 2027 summer transfer window which suggests that financial decisions could play an important role in deciding Martin's future at the club.
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According to a recent report, Southampton will have to pay a significant £12 million fee as compensation to the promotion-winning manager if they decide to part ways with him. This is a significant amount for the club, who spent a combined £14.6 million fee as part of the release-clause two seasons ago in sacking three different managers.