Joe Aribo came to Southampton having won the Scottish Premiership and Cup while with Rangers in Scotland. He was a versatile, long legged forceful midfield player who – it is probably fair to say – was a “jack of all trades and master of none” during his spell at St Mary’s. During his four years with the club he experienced two relegations and one promotion so it was no real surprise his form was in and out. Nevertheless he was part of the side that beat Leeds at Wembley and on his day could be an influential presence as evidenced by his 34 Nigerian caps. With his contract running out in the summer of 2026 he was allowed to join Leicester in the February, on loan, in an unsuccessful attempt to help them to stave off relegation from the Championship.