This is 100%,Manuel Pellegrini is in Southampton this evening so is on the short list at the very least.If he doesn't get the job then we are likely to have a top class manager if that is the standard.
I think AVB is the left field option as he doesn't fit the Southampton ethos in some ways.He must be seen as a step up from Koeman though as he has won domestic and European trophies.I think we need to make a hefty statement with this next appointment.We've made a step up each time and need to turn this negative into a positive.I cant say how I know but the board were looking to match the wages until they got a bit rediculous and the new Everton chairman is looking to make a statement.I think we have some money to throw at the next one so that's what we need to do.
AVB wouldn't be my first choice but he has Premier League experience and is available.He also has the kind of stats that the board will like in terms of silverware.