Neither Howe nor Adkins can realistically be seen as a step up from Pardew....if NC is true to his word, then AP has to be replaced with someone better/more successful/more experienced/with a proven track record of achievement.....neither Howe nor Adkins tick these boxes......this appointment has to be absolutely right...how painfully true the quote below rings.....
"And a word of caution to anyone who fancies the Southampton job, particularly those already in employment.
The Saints have not treated their managers well- nor given them time. This is not just down to the impatient sacking of seemingly successful Pardew- but the fact that they've had 14 permanent managers in the last decade and 6 in the last 4. The Solent is no haven for stability.
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