Saints have made a second signing of the day by signing one of Claude Puel's former players at Nice.
Saints have been linked with Jeremy Pied over the past couple of weeks and now suddenly it has been announced that he has signed.
Pied has joined on a free transfer after being out of contract at Nice and looks a useful addition to the squad with an ability to play mainly as a right back but also in other roles on that side of the pitch, his signing will give us a little bit of experience and quality as cover for Cedric Soares.
Although this is not a big money or big name signing, it is just as important to get in quality fringe players as it is the star names, it is the likes of Pied who will win you a point or two when there are injury or suspension issues.
Speaking about his arrival at St Mary’s, Pied said: "I am very happy to be able to join this new team. I’m very proud. The English league is a very attractive one and it was a goal of mine to be able to play in it.
"I’m now very happy to join Southampton. You only have to look at the facilities and their results over the last few seasons to know that this is a very good Premier League club."
Executive Director of Football Les Reed added: "The signing of Jérémy confirms the commitment of Southampton to succeed again in the Premier League and Europa League, as well as go for a run in the cup competitions.
"We already have a top quality right-back in Cédric, whose achievements with Portugal in the summer were outstanding. While Jérémy will provide excellent competition, he is also a versatile defender and again will be pushing Cédric, Cuco [Martina] and the other current defensive incumbents hard.
"The squad is training very well and there is real competition all-round, which is only right for an ambitious team. They will all be called upon this year to contribute to our pursuit for success, and Jérémy will only add to that.
"I hope everyone will join me in welcoming Jérémy to the south coast as we look forward to another fantastic season.”