Southampton Appoints Will Still New Manager After Premier League Relegation

Southampton has appointed Will Still as their new manager on a three-year contract following their relegation from the Premier League. The 32-year-old, born in Belgium to English parents, arrives from Lens, where he led the team to an impressive eighth-place finish in France's Ligue 1, achieving a 44.12% win rate. Still expressed excitement about the opportunity to build a clear team identity and a positive future, aiming to guide Southampton back to the Premier League immediately. The club's technical director praised Still's innovative approach and clarity of philosophy, highlighting his adaptability and significant managerial experience despite his young age. Still's appointment was announced just before Southampton's final Premier League match of the season, signaling a new chapter for the club as they rebuild. His previous successes at Lens and Reims have marked him as one of Europe's promising young coaches, tasked now with revitalizing Southampton.