Saturday's 2-0 win at Stoke City has revived belief that the St Mary's side can make a late push to qualify for the play-offs, but it will not be easy.

Saints are expected to sanction at least one major departure today, with their top scorer making a permanent move back to the Premier League.

It is the last chance for technical director Johannes Spors to provide head coach Tonda Eckert with the tools he requires to finish inside the top six.

Tonda Eckert does not want to bloat his squad again (Image: PA)

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Armstrong to make Black Country move

Forward Adam Armstrong is set to complete a medical ahead of his move to Premier League strugglers Wolves, ending a five-year St Mary's stay.

Wolves are set to pay Saints an initial £7million for the 28 year old, with a further £2m in achievable add-ons to take the deal to a total of £9m.

Armstrong remains Southampton's top goalscorer this season with 11 strikes in the Championship, but he has not...