Russell Martin reunites with ex-Saint stalwart who oversaw successive promotions.

Russell Martin, Southampton’s acclaimed former manager, has finalised the transfer paperwork to bring versatile St. Mary’s star Joe Rothwell to the Scottish Premiership.

The Championship coin has two fair sides, one on which newcomers spend years mounting their first promotion challenge. On the other hand, several regular division-jumpers are chastised by the Premier League yardstick despite their second-tier success.

Plus, there is nothing worse than giving your all to gain Premier League status only to be eliminated from the tournament when the matchdays begin. This scenario is gradually developing at Leeds United, and Joel Piroe is among those who have every right to be dissatisfied.

However, his pain is only a fraction of what his teammate and former Saint Joe Rothwell is experiencing.

After winning back-to-back promotion titles, it’s only natural that Rothwell would end up at a first-division club, thanks to St.

Mary’s legend Russell Martin. Sky Sports revealed the 30-year-old’s new surroundings, stating: “Rangers have agreed a deal with Bournemouth to sign midfielder Joe Rothwell.”

Southampton must resume Bournemouth strategy again

Touchwood, but don’t you think the Saints never applauded Martin enough for his ability to recognise which players can succeed in non-Premier League divisions?

After all, even Matt Le Tissier must have overlooked the Scot’s one complete Southampton season when expressing his general dissatisfaction with the club’s current transfer policy. If the fans put it into perspective, the Saints should approach Bournemouth’s transfer chiefs about more Rothwell-like underestimated gems.

Finally, they have had no regrettable purchasing experiences with their southern neighbours, and while their athletic success may not be appreciated at St. Mary’s, their helping hand will.

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