Russell Martin Manager
Bree was once again the hero on Tuesday evening when he scored a late winner against Stoke to secure their passage to the Carabao Cup quarter-final. The 26-year-old has played a bit part role this season, with his action largely limited to the cup. His only league appearance of the season came against Manchester City last weekend. Bree was singled out in the St Mary’s dressing room at full-time, which is against the “humble” defender’s nature.
Russell Martin said “I think he’s such a good lad as you guys who have had a bit of access to him and have interviewed him will know. I think you understand what a good person he is and he’s really unassuming, really humble, a brilliant pro, in great shape and looks a million dollars. He’s always in the gym, trains so hard, can play different positions. He’s always willing to do that. Whenever we need him on the pitch, he does a brilliant job for us. We don’t underestimate his value in the squad. He’s been unfortunate in his time here, he’s playing behind someone like Kyle Walker-Peters a lot of the time. Southampton have their LEAD BACK! 😨 With only a few minutes to go, can the Saints hold on? He’s a brilliant teammate and person, I’m really pleased for him and singled him out in the dressing room.”
Martin acknowledged that such recognition is Bree’s worst nightmare because he’s so humble. Although willing to switch across to the left, Bree also has to dislodge Ryan Manning, Charlie Taylor, and Ryan Fraser to get into the team.
