Southampton line up Rob Edwards as Eckert ban looms

Southampton are bracing for an FA verdict that could cost them their manager — and they already have a name in mind.

Club

Southampton

Manager

Tonda Eckert

Possible replacement

Rob Edwards

Sanction

Four-point deduction

What happened. Southampton have identified Rob Edwards as a possible replacement for manager Tonda Eckert while they await the FA's verdict on the Spygate scandal. Eckert faces a lengthy ban for his leading role in the affair.

Southampton were kicked out of last season's Championship play-offs over Spygate.
The club have been docked four points this campaign.
Eckert, a German boss, is facing a lengthy ban.

The FA's verdict on Eckert's punishment will shape Southampton's managerial plans for the rest of the season.

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