Funny way for Ruben Selles, the new coach of the Southampton Saints, to encourage Roméo Lavia. The Portuguese claimed not to be under the spell of the young Belgian yet.
Ruben Selles became Southampton’s new manager on February 24. The Portuguese has his work cut out for him: the Saints are bottom of the Premier League, 4 points behind Leeds United, the first non-relegation player. The reception of Leicester City, who are also struggling to get away from the red zone, is very important.
On the Belgian side, we follow Southampton with attention for a reason: Romeo Lavia (19 years old). The midfielder is having a first season “with the big boys” which exceeds the expectations, however high, placed in him from an early age. If the Saints want to maintain, it will certainly require a large Lavia; if they go down, the young prodigy will probably not accompany them. But Ruben Selles is not yet fully convinced by the former Manchester City.
“I would say he hasn’t impressed me yet. I believe he has more football to offer, and I expect him to offer me more,” said the Southampton coach in the conference. press, in remarks relayed by Hampshire Live. “His football is not yet ready. He must take responsibility and progress.” We imagine that this statement is intended to prick the ego of Romeo Lavia. Let’s hope for Saddles and the Saints it works!
