Southampton F.c Best Players of All Time

Southampton Football Club is one of the most successful clubs in English football. Founded in 1885, they have been playing top-flight football for over a century and are now established as one of the Premier League’s toughest sides. The club prides itself on its attacking style of play which has seen them achieve success both domestically and internationally, with their last major trophy being the FA Cup back in 1976. With an impressive home stadium at St Mary’s Stadium since 2001, Southampton FC continues to be a force in modern football today, beloved by fans from all around England and beyond.

1. Theo Walcott

Forward

Career

• 1999–2000: Newbury
• 2000: Swindon Town
• 2000–2005: Southampton
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2005–2006: Southampton: 21: (4)
• 2006–2018: Arsenal: 270: (65)
• 2018–2021: Everton: 77: (10)
• 2020–2021: → Southampton (loan): 20: (3)
• 2021–: Southampton: 11: (0)
• 2004–2005: England U16: 4: (0)
• 2005–2006: England U17: 14: (5)
• 2006: England U19: 1: (1)
• 2006–2010: England U21: 21: (6)
• 2006: England B: 1: (0)
• 2006–2016: England: 47: (8)

Theo Walcott is a professional footballer who currently plays for Southampton. Walcott was born in Stanmore, England on March 16th, 1989. At 5' 9", Theo Walcott is one of the taller players in the Premier League and he primarily plays as a forward for Southampton.

In 2005-2006, Theo played for Southampton alongside David Beckham and Ryan Giggs before leaving to Arsenal in 2007 where he has since made over 200 appearances scoring 43 goals including winning 2 FA Cups (2010, 2014). 

Theo Walcotts international career started with England under-16s before progressing through the youth teams reaching his senior debut against Croatia in 2009 which ended in a 1-1 draw.

He has since earned 6 caps and scored one goal while playing at Euro 2012 qualifying matches leading up to that tournament but did not feature in any of Englands matches during their run to the final where they lost 3-0 to Spain.

2. Virgil van Dijk

Defender

Career

• 2009–2010: Willem II
• 2010–2011: Groningen
• 2011–2013: Groningen
• 2013–2015: Celtic
• 2015–2018: Southampton
• 2018: Liverpool
• 2011: Netherlands U19
• 2011–2013: Netherlands U21
• 2015: Netherlands

Virgil van Dijk is a Dutch central defender who currently plays for Liverpool. Van Dijk was born on 8 July 1991 in Breda, Netherlands. At 1.95 meters tall, van Dijk is one of the tallest players in the Premier League and internationally.

Van Dijk started his career at Willem II before moving to Groningen where he made over 100 appearances between 2010–2015 including loan spells at Feyenoord Rotterdam and Southampton during that time as well as making 22 appearances for Holland from 2014 onwards [he has since retired from international football.

On 2 January 2018, it was announced that van Dijk had signed with Liverpool for £75 million (€84 million).

Becoming their fourth-most expensive signing ever after Fernando Torres (£50 million), Luis Suárez (£65 million) and Neymar (£222 million).

 In total, van Dik ended up playing 401 games across all competitions for Feyenoord Rotterdam, Groningen, Southampton and Liverpool scoring 10 goals.

Virgil van Dijk is a world-class defender who has spent his entire career at Southampton. Van Dijk was an important part of the Netherlands' run to the UEFA Nations League championship in 2019. 

He has been described as one of the best defenders in Europe, and he will be an essential piece for Liverpool this season. 

Van Dijk is known for his strong aerial ability and ball possession skills on the defensive side of the field, which makes him a difficult player to beat. 

He has also shown himself to be a powerful striker from set pieces, having scored many crucial goals throughout his career thus far.

His loyalty and dedication to Southampton have endeared him to both fans and teammates alike, making it likely that he will continue playing football at the club level for many years to come.

3. Adam Lallana

Midfielder

Career

• 2000: AFC Bournemouth
• 2000–2006: Southampton
• 2006–2014: Southampton
• 2007: → AFC Bournemouth (loan)
• 2014–2020: Liverpool
• 2020–: Brighton & Hove Albion
• 2006: England U18
• 2006: England U19
• 2008: England U21
• 2013–2018: England
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:52, 3 January 2023 (UTC)

Adam David Lallana was born on 10 May 1988 in St Albans, England. He is an attacking midfielder who currently plays for Brighton & Hove Albion. 

Adam has made over 150 appearances for Liverpool and won numerous trophies including the Premier League title in 2013-14 and 2014-15 as well as the UEFA Europa League in 2016-17.

In addition to his club career, Adam has also represented England at various youth levels, making 44 appearances between U16s and U21s. 

Outside of football, he is a passionate traveller who has visited many different parts of the world including Spain, Portugal, Morocco and Thailand among others. Adam Lallana is a midfielder who has played for Southampton, Liverpool, and Brighton & Hove Albion since 2006.

He was born in July 1989 in Poole, Dorset, England. Lallana started his career at Southampton before joining Liverpool in 2014 for £25 million. Lallana made his international debut for England in 2006 and has since scored 34 goals in 103 appearances for the national team. 

In 2019 he won the PFA Players' Player of the Year award after helping Liverpool win the Champions League and FA Cup that season.

Also Played For: brighton & hove albion f.c

4. Gareth Bale

Midfielder

Career

• 1999–2006: Southampton
• 2006–2007: Southampton
• 2007–2013: Tottenham Hotspur
• 2013–2022: Real Madrid
• 2020–2021: Tottenham Hotspur (loan)
• 2022–2023: Los Angeles FC
• 2005–2006: Wales U17
• 2006: Wales U19
• 2006–2008: Wales U21
• 2006–2022: Wales

Gareth Bale is a Welsh international footballer who currently plays for Los Angeles FC in the United States. Gareth Bale was born on July 16, 1989, in Cardiff, Wales.

At just under 6 feet tall and weighing 131 pounds, he quickly established himself as one of the most talented young footballers in Europe and won numerous honors with clubs such as Southampton, Tottenham Hotspur.

Real Madrid, and Liverpool before joining Spanish giants Real Madrid for a world record fee of £85 million.

 In 2012, Bale played for England at the UEFA European Championship where they reached the final but were beaten by Spain. He has also represented Wales at various levels including Under-21s, and the full national team. 

Olympic Games World Cup qualifiers, and Euro 2016. Gareth Bale signed for American club Los Angeles FC ahead of their inaugural season in 2018 after completing an impressive season that saw him win both La Liga and Champions League with Real Madrid.

5. Nathaniel Clyne

Defender

Career

• 1999–2008: Crystal Palace
• 2008–2012: Crystal Palace
• 2012–2015: Southampton
• 2015–2020: Liverpool
• 2019: AFC Bournemouth (loan)
• 2020–: Crystal Palace
• 2009–2010: England U19
• 2011–2013: England U21
• 2014–2016: England
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:03, 4 January 2023 (UTC)

Nathaniel Clyne is a right-back for Crystal Palace. Clyne made his professional debut with Southampton in 2009, and has since played for Liverpool, Swansea City, and Crystal Palace.

He was born on 5 April 1991 in Stockwell, England. Clyne has represented England at youth level and won the U21 European Championship in 2013. Nathaniel Clyne is married to Elsie Fisher and they have two children together - daughter Isabella Rose (born 2017) and son Alexander Edwin (born 2018).

Nathaniel Clyne is a English professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Premier League club Crystal Palace and the England national team. 

Clyne has played at both youth levels for Southampton, before making his senior debut in 2008. He went on to make 94 appearances for the Saints, before joining Liverpool in 2012.

With Liverpool, Clyne won two league titles and an FA Cup during his time there; he also represented England at international level from 2009 onwards. In January 2019, Clyne joined AFC Bournemouth on loan until the end of the season. 

Nathaniel Clyne was born on 16 March 1989 in Poole, Dorset and started playing football with local side Christchurch United aged six years old after being spotted by scout John Fashanu while playing against them in an under-11s match.

6. Luke Shaw

Defender

Career

• 2002–2011: Southampton
• 2011–2014: Southampton
• 2014: Manchester United
• 2011: England U16
• 2011–2012: England U17
• 2013–2014: England U21
• 2014: England

Shaw was born on July 12, 1995 in Kingston upon Thames, England. He started his career at Southampton in 2002 and played there until 2011. 

In 2012, Shaw joined Manchester United and has since established himself as a regular left-back for the team.

Shaw made his international debut for England in November 2014 against Scotland and has since represented the country at several major tournaments including Euro 2016 and World Cup 2018 where he helped England to a fourth place finish at the World Cup.

Shaw is contracted with Manchester United until 2021 Born in Southampton, Luke Shaw began his football career with local side West Ham United. He was signed by Manchester United in 2014 and made his first-team debut the following year. 

Shaw has won three trophies with Manchester United - the Premier League, EFL Cup and Europa League - and is a regular member of England's national team.

Also Played For: united kingdom soccer, manchester united f.c

7. Sadio Mané

Forward

Career

• 2009–2011
• 2011: Metz B
• 2012: Metz
• 2012–2014: Red Bull Salzburg
• 2014–2016: Southampton
• 2016–2022: Liverpool 196
• 2022: Bayern Munich)
• 2012: Senegal U23
• 2012: Senegal

Sadio Mané is a Senegal international and Bayern Munich forward who has scored over 100 goals in his career. He started his career at French club Metz before joining Bundesliga side Bayern Munich in 2011.

At 30 years old, Sadio Mané is still playing at the top level and looks likely to continue doing so for many years to come. 

Sadio Mané is known for his speed and dribbling ability, which have seen him score goals from all across the pitch.

His talent was recognized early on by some of the best clubs in Europe, with Bayern Munich signing him up in 2011 after he impressed during a trial period Sadio Mané is one of Liverpool's most exciting and coveted players. 

He has been a key player for the Reds since joining from Southampton in 2016, scoring goals at an impressive rate.

Sadio Mané was born in Senegal but played for his national team at the youth level before making his senior debut in 2012. 

He has gone on to become one of Senegal's most-capped players, appearing 93 times over the course of six years with the national side. 

Sadio Mané is known for his speed, creativity, and dribbling ability - all assets that have helped him score 63 goals in 101 appearances for Red Bull Salzburg and Saints combined.

After impressing during Liverpool's pre-season tour of America last summer, Sadio Mané made his Premier League debut as a substitute against Everton on 18 October 2018 - becoming only the second Senegalese player ever to feature in England's top division (after Cheick Tiote). 

With Bayern Munich reportedly interested in signing him this summer, Sadio Mané will be looking to continue achieving success with Liverpool while also representing Senegal at the international level once more.

8. Matt Le Tissier

Career

• 1975–1984: Vale Recreation
• 1985–1986: Southampton
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1986–2002: Southampton: 443: (161)
• 2002–2003: Eastleigh: 17: (3)
• 2013: Guernsey: 1: (0)
• Total: : 461: (164)
• : Guernsey U15: :
• 1990–1998: England B: 6: (3)
• 1994–1997: England: 8: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Matt Le Tissier is a retired English professional footballer who played as an attacking midfielder. He began his career at youth club Vale Recreation before signing with Southampton in 1984.

Le Tissier made over 250 appearances for the Saints, winning three Premier League titles and two FA Cups during his time there. In 1992, he moved to Manchester United where he won another Premier League title and six FA Cup trophies over the course of nine seasons.

He later spent time with French side Monaco and Italian side Juventus, retiring from playing in 2001 after helping Monaco win the Ligue 1 title that season. 

Le Tissier has since taken up coaching duties, most notably with Southampton's under-18s team Matt Le Tissier is a Southampton legend and was an important part of their success in the 1980s.

He made his debut for the Saints in 1985 and went on to make 443 appearances for them over 18 years, scoring 164 goals along the way. During his international career, Matt represented England at U15 level, before making his senior debut in 1990. 

He played a crucial role in helping England qualify for Euro 1992 and he also featured at both the 1994 and 1996 World Cups - finishing as joint top scorer with Gerd Müller during England's run to the semi-finals in Italy 1998.

After retiring from playing, Matt became manager of Guernsey Islanders FC - leading them to promotion to League 1 after just one season in charge.

9. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain

Midfielder

Career

• 2000–2010: Southampton
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2010–2011: Southampton: 36: (9)
• 2011–2017: Arsenal: 132: (9)
• 2017–: Liverpool: 100: (11)
• 2010: England U18: 1: (0)
• 2011: England U19: 3: (0)
• 2011–2012: England U21: 8: (4)
• 2012–2019: England: 35: (7)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20:02, 2 January 2023 (UTC)

Alexander Oxlade-Chamberlain is a 29-year old English midfielder who currently plays for Liverpool. Oxlade-Chamberlain started his career with Southampton before moving to Arsenal in 2013, where he made over 100 appearances and won the FA Cup in 2017.

In 2019, Oxlade-Chamberlain helped Liverpool win the UEFA Super Cup, scoring the winning goal in a 2–1 victory against Barcelona. Oxlade-Chamberlain has been capped by England at youth level but does not have any senior international caps yet. 

Alex is married to former Miss Universe 2010 Olivia Mills and they have two children together - Willow (born 2018) and Will (born 2020).

Oxlade-Chamberlain started his career at Southampton, before joining Arsenal in 2011. Oxlade-Chamberlain has made over 130 appearances for Arsenal and Liverpool since then, scoring 35 goals along the way.

Oxlade-Chamberlain has also represented England at various levels, most notably on their U21 team where he won 8 caps. In 2019, Oxlade-Chamberlain announced his retirement from international football after 7 years playing for England.

10. Mohamed Elyounoussi

Forward

Career

• Sarpsborg FK
• Sarpsborg 08
• 2011–2014: Sarpsborg 08
• 2014–2016: Molde
• 2016–2018: Basel
• 2018–: Southampton
• 2019–2021: → Celtic (loan)
• 2009: Norway U15
• 2011: Norway U17
• 2012: Norway U18
• 2012: Norway U19
• 2013–2016: Norway U21
• 2013: Norway U23
• 2014–: Norway
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:13, 4 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20 November 2022

Mohamed Elyounoussi is a Moroccan international forward who currently plays for Southampton. He started his career at Sarpsborg 08, before joining Premier League side Southampton in the summer of 2017.

Elyounoussi has represented Morocco at youth level and made his senior debut in 2016. Known for his powerful striking ability, Elyounoussi is one of Saints' most important players this season. 

His performances have caught the eye of several top European clubs, with Arsenal reportedly being keen on signing him in the future.

Elyounoussi is an energetic and attacking player who likes to run at defenders with speed and power. He is also known for excellent dribbling skills which enable him to create chances for teammates from close range or from distance.

In recent seasons he has developed a reputation as a clinical finisher inside the box.

Mohamed Amine Elyounousisi was born on 4 August 1994 in Al Hoceima, Morocco.

Also Played For: molde fk

11. Mohammed Salisu

Defender

Career

• 2012–2013: Kumasi Barcelona Babies
• 2013–2015: WAFA
• 2017: African Talent Football Academy
• 2017–2018: Valladolid
• 2018–2019: Valladolid B
• 2019–2020: Valladolid
• 2020: Southampton
• 2022: Ghana
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:06, 4 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23

Mohammed Salisu is a Ghanaian international footballer who currently plays for Southampton. He made his professional debut in the Premier League on 8 December 2018, coming on as a substitute in a 2–1 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion.

Salisu has represented Ghana at youth level, making three appearances for the under-18s and two for the under-19sbetween 2016 and 2017. 

In October 2018 he was named in Ivory Coast's provisional 23-man squad for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations tournament but did not make an appearance during their run to the final where they were beaten by Cameroon.

Mohammed Salisu is a Ghanaian footballer who has played for clubs in Spain, England and Portugal.

Mohammed started his career with Spanish side Kumasi Barcelona before moving to English outfit WAFA in 2013. He spent two seasons at WAFA before joining the Portuguese club Valladolid in 2017. 

At Valladolid he made 39 appearances, scoring one goal, before joining Southampton in January 2019. He has represented Ghana internationally on six occasions and was part of the team that won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2020.

Also Played For: real valladolid cf, ghana soccer team

12. James Ward-Prowse

Midfielder

Career

• 2001–2006: East Lodge
• 2003–2011: Southampton
• 2011: Southampton
• 2010–2011: England U17
• 2012–2013: England U19
• 2013–2014: England U20
• 2013–2017: England U21
• 2017: England
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:07, 4 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22

Ward-Prowse started his career at Southampton, where he has made over 100 appearances. Ward-Prowse was a part of the England U21 squad that won the European Championship in 2016.

Ward-Prowse is known for his strong midfield play and ability to create chances for teammates. Ward-Prowse is under contract with Southampton until 2020 and is expected to be a key player for the Saints in the upcoming seasons.

James Ward-Prowse is a talented young English footballer who has spent the last few seasons playing for Southampton in the Premier League. 

Ward-Prowse first came to prominence with England youth teams, winning caps at both U17 and U19 level before making his debut for the senior team in 2013.

The midfielder was an important part of England's successful Euro 2016 campaign, scoring two goals during the tournament to help them reach the semi-finals where they lost to Portugal. 

Ward-Prowse will hope to build on this success when he joins up with Southampton's senior squad once again ahead of their upcoming season in the Premier League.

Also Played For: premier league fantasy football

13. Che Adams

Forward

Career

• 2003: Highfield Rangers
• 2003–2010: Coventry City
• 2010–2012: St Andrews
• 2012: Oadby Town
• 2012–2013: Oadby Town
• 2013–2014: Ilkeston
• 2014–2016: Sheffield United
• 2016–2019: Birmingham City
• 2019: Southampton
• 2015: England U20
• 2021: Scotland
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:20, 31 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22

Che Adams is a forward who currently plays for Southampton. He started his career with Highfield Rangers before moving on to Birmingham City and then Southampton.

Adams has represented England at youth level, including a call-up to the U21s in 2016. Che Adams is known for his speed and power up front, which has seen him score goals for both club and country over the years.

Adams is a versatile midfielder who has played for several clubs in the English league. Adams made his debut for Coventry City in 2003, and spent five seasons with the club before moving to St Andrews in 2010. 

Adams joined Oadby Town midway through the 2012 season and helped them to promotion to Division One South of the English National League.

Adams signed with Sheffield United in 2014 and played 47 games over two years before joining Birmingham City in 2016. 

Adams was called up by England U20s in 2015, but did not feature during their tour of Austria that year due to injury sustained against Slovakia U20s days earlier; he made his international debut two years later against Scotland at Hampden Park.

In September 2020, Adams will be able to make his full international debut for Scotland after being selected as part of their squad for UEFA Nations League matches against Lithuania and Spain.

Adams is contracted until January 2021, which means he could play alongside former teammate Harry Maguire at Southampton next season if both parties agree on a transfer fee; however it seems unlikely as Saints are currently rebuilding following relegation from The Premier League last term.

Adams has been capped 22 times by Scotland since making his senior team debut back in October 2021.

Also Played For: scotland's best football players

14. Alan Shearer

Forward

Career

• 1986–1988: Southampton
• 1988–1992: Southampton
• 1992–1996: Blackburn Rovers
• 1996–2006: Newcastle United
• 1990–1992: England U21
• 1992: England B
• 1992–2000: England
• 2009: Newcastle United (interim)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Alan Shearer is a football pundit and former footballer. He played for Newcastle United, Tottenham Hotspur, Blackburn Rovers, Southampton and Sheffield Wednesday in the English Premier League.

In 2002–03 he was named Footballer of the Year by The Times after scoring 30 goals in 38 appearances for Southampton. 

On 11 May 2008, Shearer announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 36 due to injury problems sustained during that season with Manchester United (he had joined them on loan from Newcastle).

In 2011 Alan became a part-owner of Championship side Blackpool FC where he made occasional guest appearances as a coach or player until its demise at the end of 2016–17 season.

This follows years playing for non-league Northwich Victoria and Fleetwood Town during their initial seasons in League Two before finally retiring full-time aged 43 due to health concerns caused by his battle against Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

Since then Alan has been working as an ambassador for the international MS charity Walk Now.

 which raises money through sponsored walks around England every October to support research into better treatments and a cure for MS globally Alan Shearer was born on 13 August 1970 in Newcastle upon Tyne.

North East England to mother Sandra ("née" Graham) and father Les Shearer.[3][4][5] His family moved frequently when he was growing up because his father worked contract work throughout Europe including stints in Spain.

Switzerland, Belgium, Denmark, Sweden and Norway. (He also spent time living on various Caribbean islands while coaching teams).

As well as being raised Protestant, Alan attended Catholic schools St Bede's College in West Monkton near Bath (where he played rugby union) Sedbergh School between 1987 & 1990; Ardingly College between 1990 & 1992.

Mill Hill School between 1993 & 1995 both boarding schools located north west London followed by University College London where he read Law graduating with First Class Honours.

Due to injury problems sustained whilst playing professionally – notably ankle ligament damage suffered early into his career.

Much later it transpired that Shearer's neurodegenerative condition multiple sclerosis might have developed earlier.

If not immediately following such an incident), although subsequently dropped out without completing his degree course with intentions originally of returning later but.

Also Played For: newcastle united f.c., england national football team

15. Victor Wanyama

Midfielder

Career

• 2006–2008: JMJ Youth Academy
• 2006: Nairobi City Stars
• 2006–2007: AFC Leopards
• 2007–2008: Helsingborg
• 2008–2011: Beerschot
• 2011–2013: Celtic
• 2013–2016: Southampton
• 2016–2020: Tottenham Hotspur
• 2020–: CF Montréal
• 2007–: Kenya
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 15 November 2020

Victor Wanyama is a Kenyan defensive midfielder who joined Tottenham Hotspur in 2017. He made his debut for Kenya in 2011 and has since played at the Africa Cup of Nations, World Cup, and Copa America tournaments.

Wanyama had a successful stint with Southampton before joining Spurs in 2017. In total, he has made over 280 appearances for clubs including JMJ Youth Academy (2006–2008), KF Korona Kielce, Celtic, Southampton, and Tottenham Hotspur.

As of November 2018, Wanyama was contracted to play for CF Montréal in Canada until 2021. Victor Wanyama is married to Astrid Rigozzi-Wanyama and they have two children together - Kiari and Victor Emmanuele.

Victor Wanyama is a Kenyan international footballer who plays as a midfielder for Tottenham Hotspur. Wanyama began his career with Beerschot in Belgium, before moving to Celtic in Scotland in 2011. 

He joined Southampton for £12 million in 2013 and spent five seasons there before joining Tottenham Hotspur for £11 million in 2016. In 2020, he moved to Canada to join Montreal Impact of the MLS; this was his first ever move outside of Europe or Africa. 

Wanyama has represented Kenya at senior level on several occasions, most notably at the 2006 World Cup and the 2007 Confederations Cup where they reached the semi-finals both times.

Also Played For: cf montréal, mls

16. Paulo Gazzaniga

Goalkeeper

Career

• Unión y Cultura
• 2007–2011: Valencia
• 2011–2012: Gillingham
• 2012–2017: Southampton
• 2016–2017: → Rayo Vallecano (loan)
• 2017–2021: Tottenham Hotspur
• 2021: → Elche (loan)
• 2021–: Fulham
• 2022–: → Girona (loan)
• 2018: Argentina
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18:16, 8 December 2021 (UTC)

Paulo Gazzaniga is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Girona on loan from Fulham. He was born in Argentina, and started his career at River Plate before moving to Southampton in 2015.

He has represented Argentina at youth level, and made his senior international debut in 2016. Paulo Gazzaniga is known for being one of the best goalkeepers in Europe, with many teams interested in signing him up throughout his career so far.

In addition to playing football professionally, Paulo also competes as a cyclist; he has won multiple races across both disciplines Paulo Gazzaniga began his senior career at Valencia in 2007. He made 20 appearances for the team before leaving to join Southampton in 2012.

He spent three years with the Saints, helping them reach the FA Cup final in 2016 and make it to Europe for the first time since 1985. In 2017, he joined Tottenham Hotspur on loan and helped them win the Premier League title that season. 

In January of 2018, he was called up to play for Argentina national team and played one game later that year against Ecuador away from home.

After returning from international duty, Gazzaniga signed a contract extension with Spurs until 2021 which will keep him at White Hart Lane until at least 30th birthday. 

Paulo is known for his great distribution abilities as well as being able to score goals himself; this has seen him be compared favourably with David de Gea by many pundits over the years.

Also Played For: gillingham f.c

17. Dejan Lovren

Defender

Career

• 1999–2002: NK Ilovac
• 2002–2004: NK Karlovac
• 2004–2006: Dinamo Zagreb
• 2006–2010: Dinamo Zagreb
• 2006–2008: Inter Zaprešić (loan)
• 2010–2013: Lyon
• 2013–2014: Southampton
• 2014–2020: Liverpool
• 2020–2023: Zenit Saint Petersburg
• 2023: Lyon
• 2004–2005: Croatia U17
• 2006: Croatia U18
• 2006–2008: Croatia U19
• 2007–2009: Croatia U20
• 2007–2010: Croatia U21
• 2009: Croatia

Dejan Lovren is a Serbian-born Croatian centre back who has played for Lyon since joining the club in 2018. He previously spent six years with Dinamo Zagreb, winning two Croatian titles and helping his side to finish as runners up in the 2013–14 Champions League.

Dejan Lovren was born on 5 July 1989 in Zenica, SR Bosnia and Herzegovina, SFR Yugoslavia.[4] At 1.88 metres (6 ft 2 inches), he is tall enough to play at either centre back or central midfield positions but has predominantly been deployed as a defender during his career.

Dejan Lovren started playing football for BSC Sendling before moving on to NK Ilovac, where he won promotion from the second division in 2002.

After three seasons with Dinamo Zagreb – including one campaign which ended in runner-up status as Croatia qualified for Euro 2004 – Lovren joined Bundesliga outfit Karlsruher SC loaned by Dinamo until the end of 2006 season.

Signed by Liverpool permanently for £20 million (£17m plus add-ons) on 27 May 2006,[7] Dejan Lovren made 36 appearances over two seasons at Anfield and helped the Reds win their first league title since 1990.

Also appearing in both legs of Liverpool’s victorious 2007 UEFA Champions League semi-final against Milan.[14] On 10 January 2009, Liverpool announced that they had reached an agreement with Dinamo Zagreb whereby they would release. 

Dejan Lovren so that he could join La Liga side Valencia CF on a fourandahalf year contract worth £16million.

However this move never materialised due to various problems between clubs and eventually Liverpool withdrew their offer after failing to receive any payment from Valencia.[16].

Seamus Coleman joins Everton FC from Dublin rivals Shamrock Rovers FC while Loic Remy signs for Newcastle United AFC from Ligue 1 champions Monaco ASSEUD.

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Also Played For: fc zenit, croatia national football team

18. Jack Stephens

Defender

Career

• 2005–2010: Plymouth Argyle
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2010–2011: Plymouth Argyle: 5: (0)
• 2011–: Southampton: 122: (4)
• 2014: → Swindon Town (loan): 10: (0)
• 2014–2015: → Swindon Town (loan): 37: (1)
• 2015–2016: → Middlesbrough (loan): 1: (0)
• 2016: → Coventry City (loan): 16: (0)
• 2022–: → AFC Bournemouth (loan): 3: (0)
• 2012: England U18: 1: (0)
• 2012: England U19: 4: (0)
• 2015: England U20: 4: (0)
• 2015–2017: England U21: 8: (1)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 08:15, 27 December 2022 (UTC)

Jack Stephens began his career at Plymouth Argyle in 2005. He made over 80 appearances for the Pilgrims before moving to Southampton in January 2017. At Southampton, he has played defender but is currently on loan with AFC Bournemouth from Southampton.

Jack Stephens stands at 6'1" and weighs 130 pounds (59 kilograms). He was born on January 27th, 1994 in Torpoint, England and has an English passport. 

As a youth player, Jack Stephens represented England up to under-17 level before switching allegiance to the United States later on in his development.

In total, Jack Stephens has made over 100 appearances for both club and country during his time as a professional footballer.

Jack Stephens is a talented young defender who has been in outstanding form for Swindon Town this season. Stephens started his career at Plymouth Argyle, before joining Southampton in 2011.

He made his England U21 debut in 2015 and has since played 8 times for the national side. Stephens joined Middlesbrough on loan earlier this year but decided to return to Swindon Town later that month amid rumours of interest from Championship clubs Aston Villa and Bristol City.

Jack Stephens is an exciting prospect with plenty of potential, and he looks set to continue playing top-flight football for many years to come.

19. Danny Ings

Forward

Career

• : Netley Central Sports
• : Southampton
• : Itchen Tyro
• 2008–2009: AFC Bournemouth
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2009–2011: AFC Bournemouth: 27: (7)
• 2010: → Dorchester Town (loan): 9: (4)
• 2011–2015: Burnley: 122: (38)
• 2015–2019: Liverpool: 14: (3)
• 2018–2019: → Southampton (loan): 24: (7)
• 2019–2021: Southampton: 67: (34)
• 2021–: Aston Villa: 47: (13)
• 2013–2015: England U21: 13: (4)
• 2015–2020: England: 3: (1)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 09:45, 5 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 17:37, 14 August 2021 (UTC)

Danny Ings was born on July 23, 1992 in Winchester, England. He started his career at Netley Central Sports before joining Southampton youth team in 2007.

Danny Ings made his professional debut for Southampton against FC Twente on August 12th 2009 and scored a goal in the 87th minute to earn a 1-0 win. Danny Ings joined Aston Villa from Southampton for £12 million ($16 million) on June 3rd 2015 and played 55 games for them until he left the club in January 2019 after signing with Burnley for an undisclosed fee.

On October 18th 2018, Danny Ings became Liverpool's 9th ever signing when he signed a four-year contract worth around £20 million ($26 million).

Danny Ing's style of play is mainly based around crossing balls into the box which often results into goals or assists; however, he can also be very effective as an attacking midfielder due to his dribbling ability and passing range.

Danny Ing has been described as "a natural goalscorer" who is able to pick out teammates easily with pinpoint passes,[8] while also having good movement off the ball which allows him to create chances for himself or other players.

20. Dušan Tadić

Midfielder

Career

• 2002–2006: Vojvodina
• 2006–2010: Vojvodina
• 2010–2012: Groningen
• 2012–2014: Twente
• 2014–2018: Southampton
• 2018: Ajax
• 2007–2010: Serbia U21
• 2008: Serbia Olympic
• 2008: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 8 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 2 December 2022

Dušan Tadić is a Serbian professional footballer who currently plays as a forward for Dutch club Ajax. He made his senior debut with local side Ajax in 2007 and has since established himself as one of the Netherlands' most prolific frontmen.

Tadić was part of Serbia's victorious squad at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, where he scored two goals in their campaign to reach the final. Dušan Tadić was born on 20 November 1988 in Bačka Topola, SR Serbia, SFR Yugoslavia to parents Slobodan and Dragana.

After making his senior debut with Ajax in 2007, Tadić went on to win three Eredivisie titles (2008–2010), one KNVB Cup (2009), an Europa League title (2015) and two Dutch Super Cups (2013 & 2017).

In December 2017, it was announced that he would join French side Paris Saint-Germain during the summer transfer window. However, PSG were unable to get him released by Ajax so they eventually sold him back to Amsterdam six months later.

Also Played For: fc groningen, serbia football team

21. Romain Perraud

Defender

Career

• 2007–2008: Blagnac
• 2008–2009: Toulouse Fontaines
• 2009–2014: US Colomiers
• 2014–2016: Nice
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2015–2018: Nice II: 65: (9)
• 2018–2019: Nice: 1: (0)
• 2018–2019: → Paris FC (loan): 33: (5)
• 2019–2021: Brest: 56: (3)
• 2021–: Southampton: 36: (2)
• 2014: France U17: 4: (1)
• 2014: France U18: 1: (0)
• 2015–2017: France U19: 9: (1)
• 2016–2018: France U21: 8: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:12, 4 January 2023 (UTC)

Romain Perraud is a French footballer who currently plays for Southampton. He began his career with Blagnac before moving to Toulouse Fontaines in 2009.

In 2015, he joined Nice and helped the club reach the top-flight of French football for the first time in their history. After two seasons at Nice, Perraud signed for Southampton in 2018 and has since made over 30 appearances for the team in all competitions.

Romain Perraud is known as a left back but can also play as a midfielder or defender when required by his team coach. 

He was born on September 22nd 1997 and therefore turning 25 years old this year Romain Perraud is a versatile defender who has played for several clubs in France including US Colomiers, Nice and Paris FC.

He was called up to the French U21 team in 2016 and helped them qualify for the European Championship. In 2018 he joined Brest on loan where he made 56 appearances scoring 3 goals before moving to Southampton later that year. 

Romain Perraud is an exciting prospect with great potential and it will be interesting to see how he develops over the next few years.

22. Stuart Armstrong

Midfielder

Career

• 2003–2008: Dyce Boys Club
• 2008–2009: Inverness Caledonian Thistle
• 2009–2010: Dundee United
• 2010–2015: Dundee United
• 2015–2018: Celtic
• 2018: Southampton
• 2010–2011: Scotland U19
• 2010–2014: Scotland U21
• 2017: Scotland
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:07, 4 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23

Stuart Armstrong is a Scottish footballer who plays for Southampton in the Premier League. Stuart Armstrong started his career at Inverness Caledonian Thistle, before signing with Manchester City in 2010.

He spent two seasons with the club before joining Southampton in January 2015. Armstrong has made over 100 appearances for Scotland and was part of their squad that reached the 2018 World Cup Finals. 

Stuart Armstrong is known for his energy and creativity on the ball, which has helped him become a key player for Southampton FC Stuart Armstrong is a Scottish professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Southampton.

He began his career at Dundee United, before moving to Celtic in 2015. After spells with Southampton and Dundee United, he joined Scottish Premiership side Celtic again in 2018. 

Armstrong has represented Scotland at under-19 level,21 level and international level, making 40 appearances in total.

Also Played For: dundee united f.c

23. Joe Aribo

Midfielder

Career

• 2014–2015: Staines Town
• 2015–2019: Charlton Athletic
• 2019–2022: Rangers
• 2022: Southampton
• 2019: Nigeria
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:16, 4 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 18

Joe Aribo was born on 21 July 1996 in Camberwell, England. He is a midfielder for Southampton and has made over 50 appearances for the club since joining from Chelsea in 2017.

Joe Aribo has represented England at youth level, playing at both under-17s and under-19s levels before making his debut for the senior side in 2018 against Lithuania. 

Joe Aribo is known as an attacking midfielder who can score goals with regularity, having scored seven times in all competitions so far this season for Southampton Joe is a talented young player who has enjoyed success at both the youth and senior levels.

Joe is known for his dynamic play on the pitch, which has seen him become an integral part of several teams over the course of his career. Joe has represented Nigeria at international level, and looks set to continue playing at this level in the future. 

Joe's talent will be valuable to any team he joins next season, and he is sure to make an impact on whichever club he joins. Joe's passion for football shines through every time he plays, and it is clear that he loves the game dearly.

Joe is highly committed to his training regime, which ensures that he stays fit and ready for any match situation – no matter how tough it may be. 

Joe always puts in a 100% effort when playing football; whether with friends or against opponents from around the world - you can count on him giving everything.

Also Played For: world cup nigeria, nigerian soccer

24. Roméo Lavia

Midfielder

Career

• –2012: S.C. Woluwe
• 2012–2020: Anderlecht
• 2020–2021: Manchester City
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2021–2022: Manchester City: 0: (0)
• 2022–: Southampton: 9: (1)
• 2019: Belgium U15: 1: (0)
• 2019: Belgium U16: 1: (1)
• 2021–: Belgium U19: 10: (0)
• 2022–: Belgium U21: 1: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:15, 4 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 9 October 2021

Roméo Lavia is a Belgian defensive midfielder who currently plays for Southampton. He started his youth career with S.C. Woluwe before joining Anderlecht in 2012.

Roméo Lavia has made 41 appearances for the Belgians, scoring one goal and providing four assists over that time period. In 2020, he signed a new contract extension with Southampton that will keep him at the club until 2024/25 season.

Roméo Lavia is a Belgian-born footballer who has represented his country at both youth and senior levels. Lavia started his career with Manchester City, but did not make any appearances for the first team before being loaned out to Southampton in 2020.

He made nine appearances for Southampton during the season, helping them achieve promotion to the Premier League as champions. Lavia then joined Belgium's U19 squad and played ten games over the course of two years while also representing their U21 side on one occasion.

In January 2021, he was called up by manager Roberto Martinez for an international match against Spain which Belgium lost 3-1 in Madrid thanks to goals from Andrés Iniesta and David Silva .

25. Kyle Walker-Peters

Defender

Career

• 2013–2015: Tottenham Hotspur
• 2015–2020: Tottenham Hotspur
• 2020:  Southampton (loan)
• 2020–: Southampton
• 2014–2015: England U18
• 2015–2016: England U19
• 2016–2017: England U20
• 2017–2019: England U21
• 2022: England
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:10, 4 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Kyle Walker-Peters is a 25-year old full back who currently plays for Southampton. He started his career with Tottenham Hotspur before moving to Southampton in January of this year.

Walker-Peters has represented England at youth level and was named FA Youth Cup runner up in 2013. He is known for his speed, positional sense, and crossing ability from the back line.

Kyle Walker-Peters hopes to one day win a Premier League title with Southampton Kyle Walker-Peters is a versatile defender who has played for Tottenham Hotspur, Southampton and England.

Kyle Walker-Peters was born in Essex on 10 January 1994. Kyle Walker-Peters started his career at Charlton Athletic before moving to Tottenham Hotspur in 2015. After impressing during loan spells at Sheffield United and Bournemouth, Kyle Walker-Peters made the switch to Southampton permanently in 2020.

In international football, Kyle Walker-Peters has represented England at various age groups including U18s, U19s and U20s level over the past two years. 

With 76 appearances across all competitions for Southampton, it's fair to say that he has been an important part of the team since joining them permanently in 2020.

Also Played For: football right back

26. Gavin Bazunu

Career

• 2018: Shamrock Rovers
• 2019–2022: Manchester City
• 2020–2021:  Rochdale (loan)
• 2021–2022:  Portsmouth (loan)
• 2022: Southampton
• 2019: Republic of Ireland U17
• 2019: Republic of Ireland U21
• 2021: Republic of Ireland
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:00, 4 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Gavin Bazunu is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Southampton. He made his professional debut in the EFL Cup against Wolverhampton Wanderers and has since played in various cup competitions for the club.

Gavin was born on 20 February 2002 in Dublin, Ireland and is of Nigerian descent. He started playing football at a very young age with Shamrock Rovers before moving to England to pursue a career as a footballer.

Gavin has represented Ireland at youth level and helped them qualify for the U17 European Championships in 2016 where they reached the semi-finals before being beaten by Spain. 

In addition to representing his country, Bazunu also enjoys basketball which he continues to play despite not having any formal training or coaching involved.

 something that has seen him achieve some impressive results over recent years including winning an Irish National Championship title with St Patrick's Athletic last year.

As one of Southampton’s goalkeepers, Bazunu will be looking to help steer the team towards success this season – beginning with their opening fixture against Huddersfield Town on Saturday August 5th.

Also Played For: republic of ireland football team, football manager 2019

27. Armel Bella-Kotchap

Career

• 2005–2009: Rot Weiss Ahlen
• 2009–2012: SC Grimlinghausen
• 2012–2015: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2015–2016: SG Unterrath
• 2016–2017: MSV Duisburg
• 2017–2020: VfL Bochum
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2018–2022: VfL Bochum: 66: (1)
• 2022–: Southampton: 13: (0)
• 2018–2019: Germany U18: 5: (0)
• 2020: Germany U20: 1: (0)
• 2021–: Germany U21: 9: (0)
• 2022–: Germany: 2: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:08, 4 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 18:55, 16 November 2022 (UTC)

Armel Bella-Kotchap is a young French centre-back who signed for Southampton in the summer of 2015. He started his career with Rot Weiss Ahlen, before moving on to SC Grimlinghausen and Borussia Mönchengladbach.

Armel has made one appearance for the France U21s and was part of their victorious Euro 2016 squad. In all, he has made over 100 appearances in senior football, including 36 times for Borussia Mönchengladbach since making his debut in 2012.

Armel Bella-Kotchap is a German professional footballer who plays for VfL Bochum. He made his senior debut with SG Unterrath in the 2015–2016 season and moved to MSV Duisburg later that year. In 2017, he joined VfL Bochum and has since been a regular member of their squad; he has also represented Germany at youth level.

Armel has proved himself as an efficient defender both domestically and internationally, having won silverware with both SG Unterrath and MSV Duisburg respectively. He is still relatively young, meaning there is plenty of potential for him to achieve even more success in the future - watch out, Bundesliga.

28. Ainsley Maitland-Niles

Career

• 2003–2014: Arsenal
• 2014: Arsenal
• 2015–2016:  Ipswich Town (loan)
• 2021:  West Bromwich Albion (loan)
• 2022:  Roma (loan)
• 2022:  Southampton (loan)
• 2014: England U17
• 2014–2015: England U18
• 2015–2016: England U19
• 2016–2017: England U20
• 2017–2018: England U21
• 2020: England

Ainsley Maitland-Niles is a 25-year old full back who currently plays for Southampton on loan from Arsenal. Before joining Arsenal, Maitland-Niles spent time with Ipswich Town where he made 30 appearances in total.

Ainsley is known for his strong defensive play and has been capped by England at youth level. With over 72 appearances under his belt, Maitland-Niles looks to be an important player for Arsenal as they attempt to defend their Premier League title this season.

Outside of football, Maitland-Nilles enjoys spending time with friends and family and playing music.[5] Currently contracted until 2021, Ainsley will continue to add quality to the Southampton squad while on loan from Arsenal - watch out.

Maitland-Niles started his career at Arsenal, but was loaned out to several clubs including West Bromwich Albion and Roma.

He then joined Southampton on a permanent deal in 2018 and has since played for England's U21 side. Maitland-Niles is highly regarded within the game and could be called up soon by England senior team manager Gareth Southgate.

Also Played For: ipswich fc

29. Sékou Mara

Career

• 2011–2014: Paris Saint-Germain
• 2014–2017: Boulogne-Billancourt
• 2017–2021: Bordeaux
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2019–2020: Bordeaux B: 14: (5)
• 2020–2022: Bordeaux: 34: (7)
• 2022–: Southampton: 12: (0)
• 2017: France U16: 2: (1)
• 2018–2019: France U17: 4: (0)
• 2021–: France U20: 10: (6)
• 2021–: France U21: 2: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:20, 4 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 10:48, 21 July 2022 (UTC)

Sékou Mara is a forward who currently plays for Southampton. He made his professional debut in 2011 with Paris Saint-Germain and has since played for several other clubs, most notably Southampton where he has been since 2018.

Mara was born in France but grew up in Senegal before moving to Europe to pursue his football career. He is known as an quick and powerful player who can score goals from range or close quarters, making him a threat both on the attack and defensively.

Despite being relatively young, Mara has already racked up over 100 appearances in the Premier League and Champions League, demonstrating his consistent quality across all levels of play Sékou Mara is a French professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Southampton.

He made his senior debut with Bordeaux in 2019, and has since played for Southampton in the Premier League. Mara was born on 1 January 1997 in Senegal and qualifies to play for France through his parents’ heritage. He represented France at U16 level before making an appearance for the U21 side later that year.

In total, he has won 10 caps for the national team, scoring two goals.

30. Duje Ćaleta-Car

Career

• 2005–2012: Šibenik
• 2012–2013: Šibenik
• 2013–2014: Pasching
• 2014–2018: Red Bull Salzburg
• 2014–2015: Liefering (loan)
• 2018–2022: Marseille
• 2022: Southampton
• 2012–2013: Croatia U17
• 2013–2014: Croatia U18
• 2014–2015: Croatia U19
• 2014–2018: Croatia U21
• 2018: Croatia

Duje Ćaleta-Car is a Croatian footballer who currently plays for Southampton. Car started his career with Šibenik before moving to Austrian side Red Bull Salzburg in 2018.

In 84 appearances, he has scored four goals. Car is known for his powerful shots from long range, and is also effective at defending as a centre back. 

He was part of the Croatia squad that won the 2017 World Cup qualifying campaign, scoring in their 3–0 victory over Iceland in October 2016 which secured their place at the tournament finals in Russia later that year. 

Duje Ćaleta-Car is a Croatian footballer who currently plays as a defender for Marseille and the Croatia national team.

Duje Ćaleta-Car made his senior international debut in 2018, playing at the World Cup finals in Russia. He started his career with Hajduk Split before moving to Marseille in France in 2017. 

Previously, he had played for Croatia at youth level and represented them internationally on several occasions including at the 2014 World Cup and UEFA Euro 2016 tournaments where they reached the semi-finals of both competitions.

In early 2019, it was announced that Duje ćaleta-car would join English club Southampton on loan until the end of 2020 season.

Also Played For: fc red bull salzburg

31. Samuel Edozie

Winger

Career

• –2019: Millwall
• 2019–2021: Manchester City
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2021–2022: Manchester City: 0: (0)
• 2022–: Southampton: 11: (0)
• 2021: England U18: 1: (0)
• 2021–2022: England U19: 4: (1)
• 2022–: England U20: 3: (2)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:21, 4 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19:32, 27 September 2022 (UTC)

Samuel Edozie is a winger who currently plays for Southampton. He was born in England in 2003 and started playing football at a young age. At just 19 years old, Samuel has already made quite an impression on the professional scene with his impressive performances for Southampton.

Samuel is known for his quick feet and attacking playstyle, which has seen him score several goals throughout his career so far. Samuel is dedicated to his footballing career and continues to work hard every day to improve himself as a player. 

Samuel is also involved in charity work off the field, helping disadvantaged children in Lewisham get back into school after being homeless or living in poverty- stricken households Born in Nigeria, Samuel Edozie began his senior career with Millwall.

He made 11 appearances for Southampton in the 2018–19 season, and was a key part of their promotion to the Premier League. He has represented England at U18 level, as well as U19 and U20 levels. 

In January 2019 he signed for Manchester City, where he is likely to feature prominently in their push for Champions League qualification this season.

32. Calum Chambers

Defender

Career

• 2002–2012: Southampton
• 2012–2014: Southampton
• 2014–2022: Arsenal
• 2016–2017: → Middlesbrough (loan)
• 2018–2019: → Fulham (loan)
• 2022–: Aston Villa
• 2012: England U17[citation needed]
• 2012–2014: England U19
• 2015–2017: England U21
• 2014: England
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:25, 1 January 2023 (UTC)

Chambers has played for Arsenal since he was a child, and made his senior debut in 2014. Chambers is an England international, having won the FA Community Shield with Arsenal in 2014.

Chambers is 6'0" tall and plays as a centre-back or right-back for Aston Villa. Chambers has been described as "solid", "reliable" and "a disciplined defender". 

Chambers signed a new contract with Aston Villa in February 2017 which runs until 2022 Calum Chambers was born in Southampton, Hampshire on the 5th of November 1995.

Calum Chambers started his career at hometown club Southampton before moving to Arsenal in 2014 for £16 million. 

Chambers has made 74 appearances for Arsenal and scored 3 goals, including one against Manchester United in the 2016/17 season which helped propel them to the top of the Premier League table. 

In 2018 he transferred to Middlesbrough on a loan deal and helped them secure promotion back to the Premier League as champions; this season he has made 31 appearances scoring 2 goals so far.

Chambers is also a part-time England international having made 6 appearances for their U17 side and 18 appearances for their U19 team before making his full debut for England's senior team in 2015 against Moldova; he has since captained both sides at various times throughout his international career.

Also Played For: aston villa f.c

33. Ibrahima Diallo

Midfielder

Career

• 2002–2004: Angoulême
• 2004–2007: Tours
• 2007–2014: Chambray-Lès-Tours
• 2014–2018: Monaco
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2017–2018: Monaco B: 18: (0)
• 2018–2019: Monaco: 0: (0)
• 2018–2019: → Brest (loan): 23: (0)
• 2018: → Brest B (loan): 3: (0)
• 2019–2020: Brest: 24: (0)
• 2020–: Southampton: 55: (0)
• 2016: France U18: 3: (0)
• 2017: France U19: 5: (0)
• 2019: France U20: 6: (0)
• 2020: France U21: 4: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:46, 26 December 2022 (UTC)

Ibrahima Diallo is a French youth international who has played for Angoulême, Tours and Chambray-Lès-Tours in the Ligue 1. He made his debut for Southampton in their 3–1 win over Everton on 13 August 2018[4].

Ibrahima Diallo was born on 8 March 1999 in Tours, France. He is contracted to Southampton until 2020 with an option of a further year.[5] Ibrahima Diallo primarily plays as a midfielder but can also be deployed at left back or centre back if needed; he has been described as "a versatile player"[6].

In October 2013, he was called up to the under-18 France national team for their UEFA Euro 2014 qualifying campaign,[7] and made one appearance against Scotland.

Ibrahima Diallo is a young midfielder who has played for Monaco since the 2014-15 season. He primarily plays as a defensive midfielder, but can also play in other positions on the field.

Ibrahima Diallo has made 18 appearance for Monaco this season and zero appearances for Brest which he joined on loan earlier this year. 

He was called up to the France U20 team in 2018 and featured in six games before being called up to their senior team later that year where he has also featured in four matches so far this year including an international friendly against Spain last month.

Ibrahima Diallo is expected to join Southampton at the end of the season after his contract with Monaco expires.

34. Adam Armstrong

Forward

Career

• 2006–2014: Newcastle United
• 2014–2018: Newcastle United
• 2015–2016: → Coventry City (loan)
• 2016–2017: → Barnsley (loan)
• 2017: → Bolton Wanderers (loan)
• 2018: → Blackburn Rovers (loan)
• 2018–2021: Blackburn Rovers
• 2021–: Southampton
• 2012–2013: England U16
• 2013–2014: England U17
• 2014–2015: England U18
• 2015–2016: England U19
• 2016–2017: England U20
• 2018: England U21
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:18, 4 January 2023 (UTC)

Adam James Armstrong is a 25-year-old English striker who currently plays for Southampton. Armstrong started his career with Newcastle United before moving on to join Southampton in 2014.

He has represented England at youth levels and made one appearance for the senior team, coming on as a late substitute against Bulgaria in November 2017. In terms of height, Armstrong is 1.72 metres tall and he mainly plays as a forward or attacking midfielder.

As of March 2019, he has scored nine goals in 49 appearances for Southampton over three seasons - impressive numbers considering his young age. Adam Armstrong is a 21-year old English footballer who currently plays for Blackburn Rovers. 

Adam started his career at Newcastle United, but spent most of the 2014–2018 season on loan with Coventry City and Barnsley.

He made his debut for England U21 in February 2018 against Lithuania, and has since played 5 times for them. Adam is mostly known for his attacking play, which has seen him score 17 goals in 117 appearances across all competitions.

Also Played For: blackburn rovers f.c, barnsley f.c

35. Moussa Djenepo

Midfielder

Career

• 2016–2017: Yeelen Olympique
• 2017: → Standard Liège (loan)
• 2017–2019: Standard Liège
• 2019–: Southampton
• 2017: Mali U20
• 2017–: Mali
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:42, 26 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 18

Djenepo was born in the village of Mopti, Mali on 15 June 1998. He began his youth career with local side AS Bamako before signing for Southampton in July 2017.

Djenepo has represented France at Under-17 and Under-20 level, but is yet to make an appearance for the full national team. As a left-back or winger, Djenepo is known for his energy and pace on the pitch as well as good crossing ability from wide areas.

Despite being relatively new to English football, Djenepo has made an impact at Southampton since joining them in 2017–18 season and earned himself a place in Senegal's provisional squad for the 2018 World Cup finals later this year.

With Saints currently occupying relegation places in League One , it remains to be seen if Djenepo will stay with The Saints next season.

Also Played For: mali

36. Lyanco

Centre-back

Career

• 2011–2014: Botafogo
• 2015–2016: São Paulo
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2015–2017: São Paulo: 21: (1)
• 2017–2021: Torino: 46: (0)
• 2019: → Bologna (loan): 13: (1)
• 2021–: Southampton: 25: (0)
• 2016: Serbia U19: 4: (0)
• 2016–2017: Brazil U20: 9: (0)
• 2019–2020: Brazil U23: 11: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:02, 4 January 2022 (UTC)

Lyanco started his youth career with Vitória, before moving to Europe to play for Dutch side PSV Eindhoven. During the 2017 season, he joined Brazilian side Rio Ave on loan and made 14 appearances in all competitions.

Southampton then completed the signing of Lyanco permanently in January 2018. He has represented Brazil at U20 level and scored one goal as they finished runners-up at the 2017 South American Youth Football Championship.

Lyanco is a centre-back by profession but can also operate as a left-back or even midfield if needed. Lyanco was born in Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He started his career at Botafogo and made 21 appearances for the club between 2015 and 2017.

Lyanco joined São Paulo in January of 2018 and has since played 46 games for them. In July of 2019, he joined Bologna on a loan deal until the end of the season. Lyanco is also eligible to play for Brazil’s U23 team due to his senior international experience with the country's youth sides thus far in his career.

Lyanco is a hard-working midfielder who loves passing forward from midfield; he has amassed over 100 assists during his time playing football professionally so far.

37. Juan Larios

Career

• –2011: Tomares
• 2011–2016: Sevilla
• 2016–2020: Barcelona
• 2020–2022: Manchester City
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2022–: Southampton: 5: (0)
• 2018–2019: Spain U15: 6: (0)
• 2021: Spain U18: 3: (0)
• 2022–: Spain U19: 3: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:58, 6 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 27 September 2022

Juan Larios is a left-back who currently plays for Southampton. Juan started his career with Tomares in 2011 and has since made over 50 appearances for the club.

He was part of Spain's U17 squad that competed at the European Championships in 2013, where they reached the semi-finals before losing to Holland. Juan joined Valencia on loan in January 2016 but returned to Southampton after just one month due to injury problems.

In 2018, he signed for Atlético Madrid on a three-year contract following successful trials with both clubs. 

Juan is considered an attacking full back and can also play as a winger or forward if needed by his team during games Juan Larios arrived at Sevilla from Barcelona in the summer of 2021 and immediately became a key player for the club.

Juan has experience playing both as a midfielder and defender, which makes him an invaluable asset to manager Eduardo Berizzo. Juan started off his career at hometown club Barcelona but moved to Sevilla due to the impressive coaching staff at La Liga side Sevilla. 

With four years under his belt with Southampton, he is now looking forward to continuing his development with Manchester City in England’s Premier League next season.

Juan is known for being very vocal on the pitch and always trying to help out teammates when needed – this quality will be valuable if he ever enters into international play for Spain one day soon.

38. Wayne Bridge

Defender

Career

• : Olivers Battery
• 1996–1998: Southampton
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1998–2003: Southampton: 151: (2)
• 2003–2009: Chelsea: 87: (1)
• 2006: → Fulham (loan): 12: (0)
• 2009–2013: Manchester City: 42: (0)
• 2011: → West Ham United (loan): 15: (0)
• 2012: → Sunderland (loan): 8: (0)
• 2012–2013: → Brighton & Hove Albion (loan): 37: (3)
• 2013–2014: Reading: 12: (0)
• Total: : 364: (6)
• 1998–1999: England U18[3]: 3: (0)
• 1999–2001: England U21: 8: (0)
• 2002–2009: England: 36: (1)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Wayne Bridge began his career with Southampton in 1996. He remained at the club for six seasons, making over 190 appearances and scoring eight goals. In 2002, he moved to Chelsea where he made over 200 appearances and won three Premier League titles (2003–05).

After leaving Chelsea in 2007, Bridge spent a season with Manchester City before returning to Southampton in 2008. He retired from professional football after Saints were relegated from the Premier League in 2011. 

Since retiring from playing professional football, Bridge has worked as a television pundit and coach at youth level. On 7 January 2017, it was announced that Bridge would be joining Swansea City on a two-and-a-half-year contract.

Denotes international caps [1] Wayne Bridge was a versatile midfielder who played for both Southampton and Chelsea.

He had a successful international career with England, winning 36 caps between 2002-2009. After leaving Chelsea in 2009, he moved to Manchester City where he spent two seasons before joining Reading in 2013. 

Bridge retired from professional football at the end of the 2014 season after failing to secure regular first team appearances with Sunderland.

39. Pierre-Emile Højbjerg

Midfielder

Career

• 2003–2007: BK Skjold
• 2007–2009: KB
• 2009–2012: Brøndby IF
• 2012–2014: Bayern Munich II
• 2013–2016: Bayern Munich
• 2015: FC Augsburg (loan)
• 2015–2016: Schalke 04 (loan)
• 2016–2020: Southampton
• 2020: Tottenham Hotspur
• 2010–2011: Denmark U16
• 2011–2012: Denmark U17
• 2012–2013: Denmark U19
• 2013–2015: Denmark U21
• 2014: Denmark

Pierre-Emile Højbjerg was born on 5 August 1995 in Copenhagen, Denmark. He started his youth career with BK Skjold before joining KB in 2009. 

In 2012 he moved to Brøndby IF where he played until 2017 when Tottenham Hotspur signed him up as their fifth signing of the summer transfer window.

Pierre-Emile is a midfielder and has represented Denmark at both U17 and U19 level but has yet to make an appearance for the senior team. 

As of 23 July 2018, Pierre-Emille has made one Premier League appearance for Tottenham Hotspur coming off the bench against Manchester City; Spurs lost 3–1. Pierre-Emile Højbjerg started his senior career with Bayern Munich II in the 2012–2014 season.

He joined Schalke 04 on loan in 2015 and spent two seasons there before joining Southampton permanently in 2016. Pierre-Emile Højbjerg has played for Denmark at every level from U16 to U21, making 63 appearances and scoring 5 goals between them. 

His international debut came against Sweden in October 2010 and he has gone on to make 43 appearances and score 4 goals since then.

40. Alex McCarthy

Goalkeeper

Career

• : Wimbledon
• –2006: Wycombe Wanderers
• 2006–2007: Reading
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2007–2014: Reading: 70: (0)
• 2007: → Woking (loan): 1: (0)
• 2008: → Cambridge United (loan): 1: (0)
• 2008: → Team Bath (loan): 2: (0)
• 2009: → Aldershot Town (loan): 4: (0)
• 2009–2010: → Yeovil Town (loan): 44: (0)
• 2010: → Brentford (loan): 3: (0)
• 2011–2012: → Leeds United (loan): 6: (0)
• 2012: → Ipswich Town (loan): 10: (0)
• 2014–2015: Queens Park Rangers: 3: (0)
• 2015–2016: Crystal Palace: 7: (0)
• 2016–: Southampton: 118: (0)
• 2010–2011: England U21: 3: (0)
• 2018: England: 1: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:54, 22 May 2022 (UTC)

Alex McCarthy is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Southampton in the Premier League. Alex McCarthy started playing football in his home country of England, with Wycombe Wanderers and Reading before moving to Wimbledon in 2006.

After making over 100 appearances for Wimbledon, McCarthy joined Southampton on a free transfer in 2017. Alex McCarthy is known for being an excellent shot-stopper and has been nominated for several awards, including the PFA Players' Player of the Year Award twice (in 2015 and 2016).

Alex McCarthy was born on December 3rd 1989 in Guildford, England and will be 33 years old at the end of the 2018/19 season Alex McCarthy is a goalkeeper who has played for Reading, Crystal Palace and Southampton. Alex McCarthy started his career at Reading before signing for Crystal Palace in 2016.

He made his international debut in 2010 and has since represented England on several occasions. Alex McCarthy is known for being an accurate keeper with good reflexes.

41. Oriol Romeu

Midfielder

Career

• 1996–2001: Ulldecona
• 2001–2004: Espanyol
• 2004–2008: Barcelona
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2008–2011: Barcelona B: 45: (1)
• 2010–2011: Barcelona: 1: (0)
• 2011–2015: Chelsea: 22: (0)
• 2013–2014: → Valencia (loan): 13: (0)
• 2014–2015: → VfB Stuttgart (loan): 27: (0)
• 2015–2022: Southampton: 217: (7)
• 2022–: Girona: 2: (1)
• 2007–2008: Spain U17: 5: (0)
• 2009–2010: Spain U19: 11: (1)
• 2009–2011: Spain U20: 8: (0)
• 2011–2012: Spain U21: 10: (0)
• 2012: Spain U23: 5: (0)
• 2019–: Catalonia: 1: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 04:37, 10 September 2022 (UTC)

Oriol Romeu was born on September 24th, 1991 in Ulldecona, Spain. He started his career with Ulldecona before moving to Espanyol in 2004. In 2008 he signed for Barcelona and has since played for Valencia, Chelsea and Stuttgart as well as representing the Spanish national team at various youth levels.

Oriol is a very versatile player who can play anywhere across the midfield area and is known for his strong defensive skills both offensively and defensively. 

Oriol made his Girona debut in November 2017 after signing from Valencia earlier that year Oriol Romeu is a versatile defender who has played for several top clubs in Europe.

Oriol Romeu was born in Girona, Spain, on May 9th, 1994 and started his career with Barcelona's B team. After impressing with Barcelona's B team, Oriol Romeu joined Chelsea in 2011 and made 22 appearances over two seasons before moving to Valencia on loan the following year. 

In January of 2014, Oriol Romaue moved to VfB Stuttgart on a season-long loan deal and helped the club win promotion back to the Bundesliga after just one season away from the top flight of German football.

On July 1st 2015, Oriol Romaue signed for Southampton FC where he spent 7 years playing 217 games scoring 7 goals before announcing his retirement at age 30 as a player in February of 2022. 

Outside of football, Oriol Romieu is also an ambassador for La Liga side Girona CF which he joined earlier this year after leaving Southampton. 

Sadly due to injuries sustained during his time as a professional footballer (including three cruciate ligament tears), Oriol Romieu now works full-time as a coach at Southampton Academy helping young talent develop their skills.

42. Willy Caballero

Goalkeeper

Career

• 2001–2004: Boca Juniors
• 2004–2011: Elche
• 2006: Arsenal Sarandí (loan)
• 2011–2014: Málaga
• 2014–2017: Manchester City
• 2017–2021: Chelsea
• 2021: Southampton
• 2001: Argentina U20
• 2018: Argentina

Caballero is a goalkeeper who has played for several teams in his career, including Boca Juniors and Elche. He made his debut for Argentina in 2006 and helped the team to reach the World Cup in 2018.

Caballero joined Southampton in 2019 and is currently their number one goalkeeper. Caballero is a veteran goalkeeper who has played for several top-flight clubs. 

He first came to prominence with Málaga, before joining Manchester City in 2014 and Chelsea the following year.

Caballero made his international debut for Argentina in 2001 and has since represented his country at the Olympics twice as well as the FIFA U-20 World Cup victory in 2001. 

The 36-year old is set to retire after this season but will continue playing for Southampton during the 2020/21 campaign.

Also Played For: malaga cf

43. José Fonte

Defender

Career

• 1991–1994: Penafiel
• 1994–2002: Sporting CP
• 1997–2000: Sacavenense (loan)
• 2002–2004: Sporting CP B
• 2004–2005: Felgueiras
• 2005–2006: Vitória de Setúbal
• 2006–2008: Benfica
• 2006: Paços Ferreira (loan)
• 2006–2007: Estrela Amadora (loan)
• 2007–2008: Crystal Palace (loan)
• 2008–2010: Crystal Palace
• 2010–2017: Southampton
• 2017–2018: West Ham United
• 2018: Dalian Yifang
• 2018: Lille
• 2006: Portugal U21
• 2006: Portugal B
• 2014: Portugal

Fonte is a central defender who has played for clubs in Portugal and France. At the 2018 FIFA World Cup, Fonte was Portugal's starting centre-back. Fonte started his career with Penafiel before moving to Sporting CP in 2002.

After two seasons at Sporting CP, he transferred to Felgueiras in 2004 where he stayed until 2005. In 2006, Fonte joined Lille as part of their inaugural season in the French top flight league Ligue 1; he remained with them until 2019.

José Miguel da Rocha Fonte holds Portuguese nationality and made his international debut for Portugal on 25 March 2007 against Cape Verde.[6] He represented his country at UEFA Euro 2012[7], 2014 FIFA World Cup,[8] 2017 Confederations Cup,[9] and the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

José Fonte started his footballing career at Vitória de Setúbal, making over 150 appearances for the club before moving to Benfica in 2006. In 2007, he joined Crystal Palace on loan and went on to make 60 appearances for the Eagles. 

He then moved to Southampton in 2010 where he made 260 appearances and won 15 trophies including 5 Premier League titles and 2 FA Cups. In 2017, José signed for West Ham United but only managed 24 games before joining Lille in 2018. 

José has represented Portugal at both U21 level and B team level and was part of the squads that competed at UEFA Euro 2016 as well as the World Cup in 2014 which they reached the quarter-finals of.

Also Played For: portugal football team, losc lille

44. Tino Livramento

Defender

Career

• 2009–2021: Chelsea
• 2021: Southampton
• 2016–2017: England U15
• 2017–2018: England U16
• 2018–2019: England U17
• 2019: England U18
• 2019: England U19
• 2021: England U21
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:06, 24 April 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22

Tino Livramento was born on 12 November 2002 in Croydon, England to Italian parents. Tino Livramento is a right-back and has played for Southampton since joining the club's youth academy in 2016.

Tino Livramento made his professional debut for Southampton in the EFL Cup against Bristol City on 3 October 2018. 

Tino Livramento also represented England at under-16 and under-17 level before choosing to play for Italy instead of representing England at senior international level..

In September 2019, it was announced that Tino Livramento had been called up to the Italy U21 squad for their upcoming matches against Croatia and Spain.

Outside of football, Tino Livramento enjoys spending time with family and friends as well as playing video games such as Fortnite.[4] Tino Livramento is a Spanish-born English footballer who currently plays for Southampton.

He has represented England at both U15 and U16 level, before making his debut for the senior side in 2017. 

A hard-working midfielder with good passing ability, Livramento has impressed during his time with Southampton so far and looks set to play a key role for England over the next few years. 

Born on 10 January 1997 in Santander, Spain, Tino Livramento is eligible to represent either Spain or England internationally.

Also Played For: youth soccer, football manager 2022

45. Angus Gunn

Goalkeeper

Career

• 2011: Norwich City
• 2011–2017: Manchester City
• 2017–2018: Manchester City
• 2017–2018: Norwich City (loan)
• 2018–2021: Southampton
• 2020–2021: Stoke City (loan)
• 2021: Norwich City
• 2011: England U16
• 2011–2013: England U17
• 2014–2015: England U19
• 2016: England U20
• 2015–2019: England U21
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:55, 2 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Gunn is a goalkeeper for Norwich City and was born in England. Gunn has played for Manchester City's youth teams since 2011, but made his first team debut in 2017.

In 2018, Gunn helped Norwich to promotion to the Premier League as their number one goalkeeper. Despite this success, he will not be with the club next season as they are relegated back to the Championship.

Gunn has represented England at U19 level and is considered a potential future international player by many experts.[1] Angus Gunn is a young English goalkeeper who has impressed in the Premier League for Manchester City.

He broke into the first team during the 2017-2018 season, and has since become a regular starter for Pep Guardiola's side. The 22-year-old shot stopper was called up to represent England at youth level but has yet to make his senior debut.

Angus Gunn is contracted with Manchester City until 2021, and it looks like he will stay there for some time after impressing in both domestic and international play so far.

Also Played For: norwich city f.c

46. Terry Paine

Career

• 1954–1956: Winchester City
• 1956–1957: Southampton
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1957–1974: Southampton: 713: (160)
• 1974–1977: Hereford United: 111: (8)
• 1979–1980: Cheltenham Town: :
• Total: : 824: (168)
• 1963–1966: England: 19: (7)
• 1980: Cheltenham Town

Terry Paine was born on 23 March 1939 in Winchester, England. He started his career with Southampton in 1957 and went on to play 713 games for the club over a period of 17 years.

Terry made his debut for Hampshire County Cricket Club in 1954 and played Minor Counties cricket until 1961. In 1974, he joined Hereford United where he spent two seasons before retiring from football at the age of 33 due to injury.

Terry is now 83 years old and has since taken up coaching duties with various teams around the country, most notably Yeovil Town F . C . , AFC Wimbledon F . C . , Worthing F . C ., and Gosport Borough F C. 

He also works as an ambassador for several charities including The Brain Foundation (UK) and Cancer Research UK's Headstart programme which helps children affected by cancer or their families cope with the disease.

47. Ken Monkou

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1985–1988: Feyenoord: 43: (2)
• 1989–1992: Chelsea: 94: (2)
• 1992–1999: Southampton: 198: (10)
• 1999–2001: Huddersfield Town: 21: (1)
• Total: : 356: (15)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Ken Monkou is a former professional footballer who played for Feyenoord, Manchester United and Ajax during his career. 

He was born in the Suriname capital of Nickerie and began playing football at an early age with local side FC Nickerie before moving to Europe to play for Feyenoord in 1985 where he made over 200 appearances scoring 55 goals.

He joined Manchester United in 1992 where he spent four years making 57 appearances scoring 5 goals before joining Dutch champions Ajax in 1997 where he won two titles and reached the Champions League final twice consecutively, being part of the team that defeated Barcelona on both occasions (1999 & 2002). 

He retired from professional football following a short spell with Brighton & Hove Albion in 2006, having made 463 total appearances and scored 116 goals between 1990-2006.

Since retiring from playing Monkou has worked as a television pundit for several European leagues including La Liga, Ligue 1 and Serie A as well as appearing on BBC Radio Five Live's Monday Night Football show alongside Michael Owen amongst others.

48. Mick Channon

Career

• : Shrewton
• 1964–1965: Southampton
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1965–1977: Southampton: 391: (157)
• 1974: → Durban Celtic (loan): :
• 1977–1979: Manchester City: 72: (24)
• 1978: → Cape Town City (loan): :
• 1979–1982: Southampton: 119: (28)
• 1981: → Newcastle KB United (loan): 4: (3)
• 1981: → Gosnells City (loan): 1: (1)
• 1982: Caroline Hill: :
• 1982: Newcastle United: 4: (1)
• 1982: Bristol Rovers: 9: (0)
• 1982–1985: Norwich City: 88: (16)
• 1983: → Durban City (loan): :
• 1985: Miramar Rangers: :
• 1985–1986: Portsmouth: 34: (6)
• 1986–1987: Finn Harps: 0: (0)
• Total: : 722: (236)
• 1972–1977: England: 46: (21)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Mick Channon was a talented forward who played for Southampton and Manchester City in the 1970s. He is best known for his time at Manchester City, where he helped the club to win two Premier League titles.

Channon also represented England on several occasions, earning 36 caps – the most of any player from Wiltshire. In retirement, Mick Channon has worked as a football commentator and spent time coaching young players.

He currently lives in Hampshire with his wife Sue and their three children. Mick Channon will be remembered by fans for his hard-working style on the pitch and his entertaining interviews after matches. Mick Channon was a world-renowned midfielder who played for some of the biggest clubs in England.

His professional career began at Southampton, where he made 119 appearances and scored 28 goals between 1979 and 1982. He then moved to Newcastle United, where he made 4 appearances and scored 3 goals before joining Gosnells City on loan in 1981.

In 1982, Mick joined Bristol Rovers and went on to make 9 appearances before moving to Norwich City the following year.

In 1985, Mick signed for Portsmouth where he made 34 appearances over two seasons before returning to Bristol Rovers in 1986 as a free agent. After spending three years with Finn Harps, Mick retired from football at the age of 36 after playing 236 matches in total across 7 different clubs.

49. Lewis Payne

Career

• –2022: Southampton
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2022–: Southampton: 0: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:44, 23 August 2022 (UTC)

Lewis Payne is a right-back who has played for Manchester United, Aston Villa and Sunderland. Payne made his first-team debut for Manchester United in the EFL Cup against Sheffield Wednesday in September 2016.

He was loaned to Aston Villa from Manchester United during the 2017-18 season and made 22 appearances for them before being recalled by Jose Mourinho in January 2019. 

Payne signed a permanent contract with Sunderland on 2 February 2019 after having his contract with Aston Villa cancelled by mutual consent.

Lewis Payne is a talented young player who has progressed well at Southampton. He has shown great potential and is expected to continue his development in the team for years to come. 

Payne is an all-round midfielder with good defensive skills, as well as the ability to create chances for others. His performances have caught the eye of many top teams and he could soon be making a name for himself on a bigger stage.

Lewis Payne is definitely one to watch in the future, and Southampton fans will hope he continues developing at his current rate. We can only wait eagerly to see what else this talented youngster can achieve in his career.

50. Kevin Phillips

Career

• 1985–1991: Southampton
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1991–1994: Baldock Town: :
• 1994–1997: Watford: 59: (24)
• 1997–2003: Sunderland: 208: (113)
• 2003–2005: Southampton[a]: 64: (22)
• 2005–2006: Aston Villa: 23: (4)
• 2006–2008: West Bromwich Albion: 71: (38)
• 2008–2011: Birmingham City: 69: (19)
• 2011–2013: Blackpool: 56: (18)
• 2013: → Crystal Palace (loan): 14: (6)
• 2013–2014: Crystal Palace: 4: (0)
• 2014: Leicester City: 12: (2)
• Total: : 580: (246)
• 1998: England B: 1: (0)
• 1999–2002: England: 8: (0)
• 2022–: South Shields
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Phillips started his career with Southampton in the early 1990s. He was a prolific scorer for Baldock Town, and he helped them to win promotion to Division One during his time there.

Phillips Joined Leicester City in 2014 as their new coach, but he left after one season due to disagreements with the club's owners. Phillips is now manager of South Shields and they are currently playing in League Two (the fourth tier of English football).

Phillips has over 250 appearances for England at international level, scoring 69 goals Phillips was a prolific goalscorer in the Premier League, with 248 goals from 257 appearances. He started his career at Watford before moving to Sunderland and Southampton later on.

Phillips represented England up until 2002 but failed to win any major honours with the national team. 

After leaving Southampton, he joined Birmingham City where he ended his professional playing career. Phillips later took over as manager of South Shields in 2018 and led them to promotion into the Football League Championship.

Final Words

. . Southampton Football Club is one of the most successful clubs in English football with a total of 18 league titles, 5 FA Cups, 3 League Cup and 1 UEFA Europa League.

The Saints have also produced some great players over the years such as George Best, Bobby Moore and Peter Crouch who are all considered to be among the best to ever play the game.