Puel must scout these 3 players for Southampton over the international break

A two-week international break interrupts the domestic football calendar this fortnight, with World Cup qualifiers and friendly matches being played all over the world.

England return to action after a tricky few weeks, with interim manager Gareth Southgate taking charge for the first time at home to Malta on Saturday, before facing a potentially tricky away game in Slovenia the following Tuesday.

The two-week break also gives a number of Premier League managers time to assess their squads and reflect on their early season performances, which may lead some to scouting out potential signings ready for when the transfer window reopens on January 1.

Claude Puel of Southampton could be one of those managers.

The Saints have bounced back after a tricky start to the new season, winning two of their last three league games, as well as a victory and a draw in the Europa League.

New boss Puel may feel though that he needs a little bit more strength in depth, especially if his side get out of their Europa League group, so here are THREE players him and his team should keep an eye on during the international break…