Southampton fans here in the Tavern are desperate for their side to secure another season in the Premier League, as they’re currently flirting with the possibility of relegation to the Championship.
The Saints have looked less than convincing over the course of the current campaign as there’s little time left to put things right, with many of our local residents wanting to see more from their side. Indeed, Southampton look like dropping down to the Championship after a torrid campaign, as Mark Hughes faces an uphill task from here on in until the end of the season.
So, the Saints will find it difficult to secure another season in the Premier League, with a managerial change possibly in the offing if Hughes fails to keep them up in the current campaign. Indeed, bouncing straight back from the Championship is always going to be difficult, so it’s vital that the club’s board hire the correct manager.
Therefore, here’s a look at TWO managers that Southampton could appoint in the summer…
Slaven Bilic
Slaven Bilic is currently out of job after being relieved of his managerial duties earlier on in the season at West Ham United, as he goes on in search of a new challenge in his career.
Indeed, the Croatian can guarantee progression after developing the Hammers during his time in the English capital, and will be desperate to put things right with a chance to take Southampton back to the top-flight.
Therefore, the Saints should look to bring Bilic to St Mary’s at the end of the season if they get relegated, as a proven manager at the highest level that can bring about success.
Lee Johnson
Lee Johnson has established himself as one of the most exciting managers in the whole of English football, as his current club Bristol City continue to grind out positive performances with the play-offs in sight.
Indeed, the Englishman arguably deserves a step up after proving his worth in recent years, as the Saints could look to make him their new boss in the summer months.
Therefore, Southampton should look to hire Johnson at the end of the current campaign, as a young manager that already has an outstanding skill set with plenty of time left to develop.
