Southampton entered the transfer window with a fear of losing star loanees like Samuel Edozie but those worries are about to fade away for the better.
During the final matchdays of the Premier League, Southampton were handed wise advice to try their hand at signing Kwame Poku. Now, Poku is a typical up and coming wide attacker but there are plenty of unmissable details for the Saints to know.
Starting with the 23-year-old's on-field prowess, there are a couple of third-division campaigns that won't be much appealing, in the first place. Still, the other eyebrow-raising aspect is that Poku can be acquired for a negligible upfront fee due to his free agent status.
Indeed, that's weird because out of contract scenarios are only expected from seasoned stars or from those who are edging closer to their retirement. Thus, it's less likely that the board will even attempt to persuade Poku to arrive at St. Mary's.
Edozie staying linked with Poku's new club
So, what does the Poku transfer have in store for the Saints? Going by journalist Graeme Bailey's interesting update, there can be an indirect retention advantage for Southampton.
In his own words, EFL Analysis quoted Bailey saying: "Is he waiting for Rangers? Perhaps. We know Russell Martin is an interesting option for him now."
Up until now, former boss Martin's Samuel Edozie wish has scared Southampton's transfer plans but should they get Poku, then those doubts won't remain in question for longer.
Plus, given their resistance to forking out lofty transfer paychecks, Rangers will definitely want to take a second glance at Poku's credentials. Hence, the Saints fans know whom they have to thank for when Edozie starts bagging ten-goal seasons under Will Still's guidance.
Wish the St. Mary's crowd hails Gonzalo Jara too in a similar manner, someday.