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Russell Martin: Southampton close to naming Swansea City head
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Russell Martin ahead of Cardiff City
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Southampton reach agreement over Russell Martin deal - sources
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Southampton set to appoint Martin after breakthrough - sources
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Southampton missing summer signing as Leeds United star talked up ahead of reunion - Leeds Live
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Russell Martin hopeful of being able to return to action
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Russell Martin to Southampton news as new favourite for Swansea City job emerges - Wales Online
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Russell Martin to Southampton latest as former USA boss in Swansea City running - Wales Online
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Former Bristol City coaches among early favourites to replace Russell Martin at Swansea City - Bristol Live
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Southampton choose Russell Martin as their new manager - Pundit Arena
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Southampton expect to name Swansea boss Russell Martin as their new manager
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Swansea City Braced For Russell Martin Departure To Southampton - Dai Sport
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Southampton announce new manager Russell Martin after Swansea exit agreed, Southampton
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Russell Martin set to take four backroom staff members from Swansea City to Southampton, report claims - The72