Ryan Manning faces old club QPR as Southampton open contract talks

Southampton have opened contract extension talks with left-back Ryan Manning and midfielder Cam Bragg, according to a report from the Daily Echo. Both players have deals expiring next summer. The discussions arrive as Manning prepares to start against his former team, Queens Park Rangers, on Saturday at St Mary's with both clubs level on 20 points.

Manning has impressed this season by creating eight big chances in the Championship under manager Tonda Eckert. Bragg has also maintained the manager's trust, earning a quick return to the starting lineup following an October red card against Portsmouth. Writer Paul Blake argues that both players have earned their new contract offers through strong autumn performances.