“£6m fee was more of a shock”- Former Celtic midfielder believes Southampton should have paid more for Aribo

The Tremendous Eagles midfielder was probably the greatest Gers prior to now two seasons, and Southampton wasted no time in procuring his companies

Former Celtic midfielder Simon Ferry believes that Tremendous Eagles midfielder Joe Aribo might have commanded a better price than the £6 million that Rangers bought him to Southampton.

Aribo had an excellent two-year keep at Rangers, serving to the membership return to its lofty heights. The Tremendous Eagles star performed a significant function in Rangers’ flawless Premiership triumph two seasons in the past. And final season, he performed an integral half within the staff, serving to them to the Europa League ultimate and a Scottish Cup triumph.

The 26-year-old drew consideration together with his scintillating efficiency in the midst of the park and nice versatility. Aston Villa, Crystal Palace, and Southampton have been all linked to Aribo, however he opted for a transfer to St. Mary’s in a deal value £6 million that might nonetheless rise to £10 million.

Ferry joined Celtic in 2006, however he by no means kicked a ball for them. The previous Scotland Youth worldwide believes the Gers ought to have demanded extra earlier than they let him go.

“Joe Aribo’s £6m price was extra of a shock for me,” Ferry told the Scottish Sun.

“He can run box-to-box, he’s robust, can deal with and in addition rating and create targets.

“However possibly, as a result of he wasn’t as efficient within the final three months of his Rangers profession as he was within the first six months of the season, the value tag got here down a bit bit.

“Primarily based on his high quality alone I’d have been wanting a bit greater than £6m however what Scottish golf equipment don’t need is gamers working down their contracts and going without spending a dime so if there’s a trace that Aribo is searching for a transfer away, it’s so vital that golf equipment do get a bit of cash for them.”

Aribo had a forgettable begin to life within the English Premier League, after Southampton’s embarrassing 4-1 loss in opposition to Tottenham final Saturday.

Nevertheless, the previous Charlton man would look to select the items and carry out higher when Southampton tackle West Ham of their subsequent fixture.