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Jay Robinson is ‘one of the biggest prospects’ for Saints, says Eckert

Jay Robinson crossed for Monza's goal against Napoli on Wednesday night. Tonda Eckert says Southampton hold an option on him in January.

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 11:01 PM
Jay Robinson is ‘one of the biggest prospects’ for Saints, says Eckert
Key Things to Know
  • Tonda Eckert labeled Jay Robinson one of Southampton's top prospects and confirmed a January option on him.
  • Robinson assisted Monza's lone goal scored by Gustavo Varela in a 4-1 loss against Napoli.
  • The 19-year-old joined Italian club Monza on a season-long loan deal in August with no buy option.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Southampton manager Tonda Eckert has called winger Jay Robinson one of the club's biggest prospects, noting that Saints hold a January option regarding his future. Robinson provided an assist for Gustavo Varela in Monza's 4-1 Serie A defeat to Napoli on Wednesday. Southampton sporting director Johannes Spors has reportedly visited Italy to watch the winger's progress during his season-long loan spell.

Writer Paul Blake argues that Southampton should leave Robinson at Monza rather than trigger a potential January recall. Blake notes that Robinson has gained valuable top-flight minutes following earlier injury issues, while Southampton already possesses multiple winger options including Léo Scienza and Lewis Dobbin.

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