Southampton midfielder Oriol Romeu sent a message to the fans earlier today and not only was it well received amongst the fanbase, it was largely reciprocated.
https://twitter.com/OriolRomeu/status/997085337003462656
With most believing that players will already be on their holidays now the curtain has been drawn on the campaign of 2017/18, whilst it was a disappointing season on a number of levels, the bottom line is we secured our safety late on and we are looking forward to Premier League football once again in 2018/19.
It was a difficult year for fans and it’s spurious to not think it was a difficult year for players, so letting their hair down, getting rid of any frustrations only serves us better next season.
Sending a message to fans at this stage though is a nice touch and even the simple message above from Romeu helps mend a few bridges, lift spirits and shows there is a desire to improve once again.
It might not resonate with every fan, but it will, and has done, for plenty.
Everything she said ! Look forward to seeing you next season in a Saints shirt- boss of the midfield
— julie waine (@jmw3cat) May 17, 2018
You’ve had a tough year on the pitch, but we know you’re a top player. Remember: form is temporary but class is permanent. We believe in you – smash it next year, mate.
— Adam Rutland (@Adam_Rutland) May 17, 2018
Romeu you always give 100% thank you for all your hard work. xxxx
— Val (@vep60) May 17, 2018
The eagle-eyed amongst you, if you went directly to Twitter, will have noticed the image in the Tweet has offended Twitter’s sensibilities. It’s perfectly child-friendly and it appears here, but let’s not let that get in the way of a bit of gentle ribbing.
In fact, if you look even closer it looks like he succeeded in tripping himself up as well.
First lesson Oriol: that's not how you play football mate.
Kidding, you're the best #wemarchon— C H A V O S H I (@JoeyNasab) May 17, 2018
@pseudoxerox but it looks like he’s playing basketball.
— Emma Thompson (@ejtxo_) May 17, 2018
“He does what he wants!” ????
— James Hardy (@pseudoxerox) May 17, 2018
