Southampton name Russell Martin replacement in bid to avoid Premier League relegation Southampton have announced the appointment of former Roma boss Ivan Juric as their new manager.
The Southampton owners are rolling the dice to see if they can salvage the season and have reportedly included a break clause in Juric's contract for the summer, factoring in the very likely possibility of relegation back to the Championship.
Martin picked up just five points from 15 Premier League matches this season and the Southampton hierarchy have opted for a major change of direction with their next boss.
Juric has been appointed on an 18-month contract and succeeds Russell Martin at the Premier League's bottom club.
Juric returns to management after a short break, having been sacked by Roma on November 10, just 12 games into his time at the helm.
