Since then, Southampton have been in a state of flux, having been relegated from the Premier League in their first full season at the helm, before making an instant return to the top flight last season.

With only four minutes of added time remaining, it looked like relegated Southampton were about to secure a vital point against Fulham at St Mary's Stadium on Saturday. The result would have been the first time the Saints avoided defeat in back-to-back league games this season.

Ipswich, Leicester and Southampton's relegation will be officially confirmed at this summer’s Premier League Annual General Meeting (AGM). The three relegated clubs will transfer back the share certificates that gave them Premier League status, and the Premier League Board will confirm the cancellation of those shares.