If there's been anything tinpot about this business it's the way Southampton have acted. Hijacking deals for players is one thing - how they play is all there on film every week - but how carefully have Southampton considered what Lee can give them and how he'll fit in, and how much research...
I will express my disappointment through the medium of verse:
"Sami sought an assistant
Jan Lichte was in the hunt
Sammy Lee then signed, next day resigned
The money-grabbing kvnt."
On paper this coaching team seems to tick the box "Premier League Ready".
Sammy Lee's Academy credentials will be useful, as will his contacts and extensive knowledge of the Championship. I was concerned that Hyypia might be a tad quiet and studious, and his failure to arrest Leverkusen's...