Ivan Juric eyeing great escape as he brings ‘death metal’ style to lowly Saints

New Southampton manager Ivan Juric is preparing to lead his new side against West Ham (Ben Whitley/PA)

New Southampton boss Ivan Juric insists the Premier League’s bottom side can do “something exceptional” in their relegation fight as he prepares to implement his “death metal” style of play.

The Croatian was in the stands for Sunday’s goalless draw with Fulham as he awaited a work permit, and will take charge for the first time when Saints host West Ham on St Stephen's Day.