In his latest meticulous in depth analysis the author of the Swiss Ramble blog examines the ‘Southampton model’. He sees its essence as thoughtful planning, good scouting and player development.
The club has seen solid financial growth, although debts are increasing. It is clear that the club has a very good owner. She has been prepared to stand back and allow money to be reinvested in the club rather than paying off her debts.
In his latest meticulous in depth analysis the author of the Swiss Ramble blog examines the ‘Southampton model’. He sees its essence as thoughtful planning, good scouting and player development.
The club has seen solid financial growth, although debts are increasing. It is clear that the club has a very good owner. She has been prepared to stand back and allow money to be reinvested in the club rather than paying off her debts.
The club is highly dependent on television revenue which accounts for around three-quarters of its income. But six other clubs in the Premier League are even more reliant on this source of funds which will benefit middle ranking clubs even more with the new deal. That is why Southampton’s aspiration to be in the Champions League in five years may not be unrealistic.