Former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan isn't convinced by Southampton's decision to appoint Jesse Marsch, but suggests the Premier League strugglers are dealing with "an absolute dearth" of high quality options.
Southampton are poised to appoint Marsch as the successor to Nathan Jones, who was sacked after a defeat against 10-man Wolves left them at risk of being cast adrift at the bottom of the table. Marsch himself was dismissed by Leeds in early February after 11 months at the helm, with the Yorkshire club also in relegation danger.
During his time with Palace, Jordan oversaw a number of managerial appointments, with one of those hires - Iain Dowie - leading the Eagles to promotion in 2004. When it comes to Marsch, though, the 55-year-old had questions about the suitability of a man who only saved Leeds from relegation on the final day of last season.
