Nathan Jones: Southampton have time to recover but cannot afford to fall adrift

POOR START: Nathan Jones has suffered successive Premier League defeats since being appointed Southampton manager. Pic: Adam Davy/PA

Nathan Jones insists Southampton have time to resurrect their dismal season but admits the club cannot afford to be left playing catch-up in their quest for Premier League survival.

Saints are languishing at the foot of the division after Jones’ first top-flight home game as manager ended in a resounding 3-1 defeat to Brighton on Boxing Day.