Oriol Romeu made an unexpected guest appearance and Southampton fans can't help but recall every bit of their nostalgia and enthusiasm they had with the iconic Spaniard used to be in their ranks.
If Southampton fans connect the preseason dots, then it's a week-long affair caught between a summer window where half of a starting lineup worth of players can still be sold, and one that doesn't conclude without a tough task against Espanyol.
Precisely speaking, a playing unit who turned their relegation fears into top-ten reality can easily give a couple of worrying reasons for a fanbase unable to move on from the recent Premier League sights.
However, it's Southampton where mere smiling faces can wipe out all anxieties, and instead evoke nostalgia. Don't get it, well, it's acceptable because Spanish football and La Liga don't cross paths with Southampton every now and then.
As for those lesser occasions, today's preseason had something good in store for the Saints. Straightaway, don't imagine any behind the scenes deal for future opponent's star Ruben Sanchez.
Romeu joins Yoshida in delivering classy Southampton gesture
Atleast not so soon, but getting a glimpse of club icon Oriol Romeu near the Saints camp isn't bad, right?
In the aftermath, the club couldn't resist themselves from capturing those moments and needless to say, Southampton fans got every reason to take a stroll down memory lane. And the unnoticed part is, the 33-year-old showed up when his summer status isn't one without uncertain clouds.
Honestly, it's an applause-worthy deed on Romeu's part who has become the second former Saint to spend an evening watching the current roster in action, despite being an active player.
Hopefully, some of the current defensive midfielders must have learnt a trick or two from the renowned man himself. Ultimately, if Shea Charles or Joe Aribo start intercepting every incoming Championship attack like Romeu did in the Premier League over the years, then nothing can be more enticing for the St. Mary's faithful.