The good news keeps coming as Southampton prepare to cement Tonda Eckert’s future

Southampton are planning to hold talks with head coach Tonda Eckert regarding a contract extension, according to a report by talkSPORT. The 33-year-old German tactician is out of contract at the end of the season, and the club hierarchy is reportedly keen to secure his long-term future following his recent six-week suspended ban for involvement in the Spygate controversy.

The development follows Southampton's 1-0 South Coast Derby victory over Portsmouth on Sunday, in which James Bree scored the winner despite Cameron Bragg's first-half red card. Writer Kelan Sarson argues that offering Eckert an extended deal is well deserved, highlighting Southampton's promotion push despite an earlier four-point deduction.