Martin provides further update on Stephens’ Southampton availability
MANAGER Russell Martin admitted he has to “manage his own temptation” to reintroduce Jack Stephens to the squad before he is ready.
Stephens returned to Southampton training last week after a 12-week layout following an injury he picked up against QPR.
The centre-back still remains some way off being ready for regular football and is continuing to build his fitness in training.
Asked by the Daily Echo how far the Saints captain is from returning to first-team action, Martin outlined the importance his return will have on the squad.
