Southampton have been told Ryan Fraser would be a 'really nice option' for a January transfer swoop by transfer insider Dean Jones.
The Lowdown: Jones targeting winger
The Northern Echo recently detailed that the Saints are set to make an early January move for the Newcastle United winger, who could potentially become Nathan Jones' first signing.
With the club in the midst of a relegation battle, another attacking option may be required to fire them to safety, and with the Magpies reportedly willing to field offers for Fraser, the door could be open for a switch to St Mary's.
The Latest: Jones reacts
Jones told GIVEMESPORT that the 28-year-old would be well-suited to a Southampton move, due to his age and his desire to leave his current club:
“I think it would be a really nice option, actually. Fraser has clearly got his mind open at the moment to a transfer.
“He’s very hungry, and he’s at an age where he still has a lot to offer. I think Southampton can definitely do worse than to be pursuing a transfer like this.”
The Verdict: Make it happen
Newcastle reporter Miles Starforth has hailed the £42k-per-week earner as being 'superb' in a black and white shirt, and although he has largely been a bit-part player for the Magpies this season, he could have a new lease of life with the Saints.
Most well-known for his pace, which reporter Keith Downie claimed the Republic of Ireland 'couldn't handle' during a fine display for Scotland back in September, the speedster would inject new life into the Southampton attack, which has only mustered up a disappointing 13 goals this season.
The Scot has had previous success on the South Coast with AFC Bournemouth, most notably in the 2018-19 season, in which he registered seven goals and 14 assists in the Premier League, the latter tally being the second-highest of any player in the division.
Fraser is a proven performer in the Premier League, and exactly what Jones needs in his squad if he is able to instigate a change of fortunes and avoid relegation to the Championship.