Rangers ignite interest in Championship prodigy Pierce Charles as the keeper is tipped to follow in his brother Shea Charles' footsteps with a big break under Russell Martin.
Southampton fans can't help but admit that Rangers' recent Mbuyamba interest has had them panicking. And while a transfer follow-up on the defender is unheard of, it's been one of the numerous cases where the Saints find themselves cornered by Russell Martin's plans.
Now, the ex-boss's attempts end up helping Southampton sometimes, but in this instance, Martin's transfer interest is influencing one Saint more than everybody else.
It's his former Saints disciple, Shea Charles, as Russell Martin goes on exploring a deal for his brother, Pierce Charles.
To say, even apart from Pierce's Shea Charles relation, Southampton fans won't be unfamiliar with him, having emerged as a suitor for the 19-year-old months ago. But while his former club hesitated on a move, Russell Martin seems passionate enough to go all the way for the keeper.
Shea Charles will love Pierce Charles to Rangers transfer update
Recently, TEAMtalk confirmed Rangers' interest in Pierce Charles, who feels an exciting option for Russell Martin's ranks.
Well, in football, nothing can be confirmed until it's done, yet this update would have Shea Charles smiling ear to ear. That's because, after Jude Bellingham and Jobe Bellingham, the Charles brothers could emerge as the most promising duo in English ranks.
And what best for Shea Charles than seeing his younger brother follow in his exact footsteps?
On the back of a permanent Saints move, it was Russell Martin who showed confidence in Shea as he went on to become the player he is today. And while some may question the manager's youth development skills, Shea Charles would hardly be one, having seen a significant phase of his prominence under Martin.
Well, that's why Pierce Charles to Rangers would have Shea content for his brother. For now, Pierce may be joining the ex-Saint, but maybe the keeper unites with Shea Charles at St. Mary's someday.