What happened. Southampton are considering appointing former Middlesbrough manager Rob Edwards. The move would only come into play if Tonda Eckert is banned.

Edwards is a former Middlesbrough manager.
Southampton's interest is contingent on a possible Eckert ban.
No deal is in place yet.

Southampton's plans hinge on whether Tonda Eckert faces a ban, leaving Edwards as a possible fallback.

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