Joe Aribo is linked with a move to Southampton's sister club, Goztepe, and a decent loan break might see him far ahead in his career.
Just days ago, interim boss Simon Rusk cleared it all on the stressful Joe Aribo situation. But the manager presented a verdict that no Saints fan would have hoped to hear.
It's crystal clear that Joe Aribo is no longer a part of the interim boss's season plans at all.
Well, seeing a player, who prirotised a Saints move, lose his role precedence feels disappointing. Particularly, when he has been embarrassed by his teammates and club staff throughout the season.
Just imagine the downfall Joe Aribo has seen lately. From once being minutes away from a European trophy to now ending up in the relegation battles with Southampton.
Hopefully, still, fortune seems to be kind enough on the 28-year-old to give him another chance to live up to his European trophy dream. And it all starts with a Saints exit.
Southampton's sister club Goztepe can come to Aribo's help
As per Turkish outlet Yenis Gun(via Sport Witness), Super Lig side Goztepe is keeping a close eye on Aribo's situation for a summer move. In case it goes as planned, the Turkish side will not hesitate to take their sister club, Southampton's midfielder, for a year-long loan.
Now, what's surprising is that a single breakout season at Goztepe can find Joe Aribo within reach of earning a big European transfer. Then, not even Southampton may stop him, where his contract is to end next summer.
But, what about the fans? Well, Joe Aribo might need to pull off a replica of Kyle Walker-Peters' situation and leave for free. Still, for his quiet professionalism through a frustrating campaign, the St. Mary's faithful would hardly intervene in his move.
Right now, Aribo's career feels like it’s in free fall. But who knows, one loan spell at Göztepe might just be the path back to Rangers, and a shot at finishing that unfinished Europa League story.