Southampton is all set to appoint Russell Martin as their new manager.

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Southampton is all set to appoint Russell Martin as their new manager.

Southampton F.C. is completely ready to appoint Swansea City head coach Russell Martin as their new manager ahead of the new season.

According to various sources, the 37-year-old has not travelled to the United States to meet Swansea City's owners, as had been previously planned, and has remained in the United Kingdom amid links with Southampton.

Southampton's current interim boss Ruben Selles will depart the Saints after his contract expires in June, and the Swansea City head coach Russell Martin is set to replace the Spaniard.

Martin will likely join the club as they return to the Championship for the first time since 2012, although no formal approach has been made as of yet. 

The 37-year-old was scheduled to fly out to the United States this week for discussions with the majority owners, but he remains in the UK.

However, there is an increased expectation the former MK Dons manager will take over at St Mary's and his appointment could be confirmed next week.

Martin guided Swansea to a 10th-placed finish, three points off sixth-placed Sunderland, who occupied the final place in the play-offs. 

His side won five of their last six games and played a fluid style of play, often keeping a high percentage of possession.

Southampton still have two games remaining in the Premier League as they prepare to face Brighton and Hove Albion at the Amex Stadium on Sunday before hosting Liverpool the following week.