FLYNN DOWNES NEWS

Trains, set for return Downes (undisclosed) trained Wednesday and is an option for Thursday's match against Manchester United, according to manager Ivan Juric. "Flynn did his first training yesterday. He...

Impact Downes looks to be in for a return Thursday, set to see the pitch for the first time since a Boxing Day injury. It appears the only question surrounding the midfielder is how long he can go, as they are deciding if he can start or we only appear off the bench. Regardless, he should see a starting spot once he is fully fit, earning the start in all 16 appearances this campaign.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Saturday Downes is a late call for Saturday's match against Brentford due to injury, according to manager Ivan Juric. "We will see tomorrow for Flynn. He hasn't trained with the team but we...

Impact Downes will be a late call for Saturday, with the midfielder suffering an injury in the club's Boxing Day loss to West Ham. He has yet to train, mostly likely making him doubtful, although he will undergo a fitness test ahead of the match to determine his fitness. That said, if he passes, he will hope to see his regular spot, although the club may be cautious and start Joe Aribo instead.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Villa Downes is available for Saturday's trip to Aston Villa after serving a one-match ban.

Impact Downes missed out on a one-sided loss to Chelsea but is now fit and available to make his return. The midfielder will be thrown straight back into the starting XI for another tough clash with Aston Villa at the weekend.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ban for yellow card accumulation Downes has picked up a one match ban and is suspended for Wednesday's match against Chelsea.

Impact Downes is banned Wednesday, seeing his fifth yellow card of the season Friday. This will force a change, as he is a regular starter, with Joe Aribo and Lesley Ugochukwu as possible replacements. He will next be available when facing Aston Villa on Saturday.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

First Premier League goal Downes scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Brighton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 12th min...

Impact Downes scored Southampton's second-half goal Friday to level the fixture and earn the Saints a share of the points in their 1-1 draw versus Brighton Hove & Albion. The goal was the midfielder's first career in Premier League play. Downes has been an ever-present figure in the Southampton midfield this season, having made 12 appearances (12 starts) over his teams' first 13 league fixtures.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back after one match Downes (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's clash with Liverpool.

Impact Downes returns following a one match absence due to an injury. The midfielder had started every match in the Premier League prior to the absence last time out and returns to the XI immediately now that he's fit.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Downes could return for Sunday's clash with Liverpool, according to manager Russell Martin. "I think he was a massive loss at Wolves. He would've added so much in stopping their tr...

Impact Downes hasn't been deemed fully fit coming out of the international break, but it appears he's heading the right way. The midfielder would be a major option ahead of a tough clash with Liverpool. Even if deemed fit to start it seems unlikely Downes would be ready for a full 90.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Downes was scratched before Saturday's clash with Wolves.

Impact Downes was back in the starting XI but was scratched just minutes before the match. It's not clear what the injury is for the midfielder, but he was replaced by Joe Aribo. Downes will work to recover over the international break before a Nov. 24 clash with Liverpool.

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Toffees Downes (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Everton.

Impact Downes missed a Carabao Cup clash due to a knock, but is now back in the starting XI in the Premier League. The midfielder was originally worried to have suffered a more serious issue, but it appears he avoided any sort of severe issue.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains Thursday Downes (undisclosed) was back in team training Thursday, according to his club.

Impact Downes looks to be recovering well from his issues, with the midfielder already back in team training Thursday. This should leave most to believe he will be an option to face Everton on Saturday, although that will likely come down to a late fitness test. He has yet to miss a start in league play this campaign, so they will hope he is an option to face the Toffees on Saturday.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Option to face Everton Downes (undisclosed) is an option for Wednesday's cup match against Everton, according to his club.

Impact Downes looks to be fit again after his early exit against Manchester City on Saturday. This is great news for the club and player, as he is a regular starter, having yet to miss a start this season. That said, he will likely line up in the starting XI Wednesday if an option.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off Saturday Downes was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match against Manchester City with an injury.

Impact Downes was hobbled throughout the second half finally subbing off in the 87th minute. The extent of Downes' injury should be determined following the match.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mainstay in midfield Downes has started in all seven matches this campaign.

Impact Downes continues to see regular time for the Saints this season, as he has yet to miss a start while also playing the full 90 in every contest this campaign. However, he hasn't held much value, still having yet to gain a goal contribution while notching four shots and 11 chances created. He has seen some contributions in the defense with his seven clearances, 12 interceptions and 14 tackles. The midfielder struggles mainly due to his team struggling but could see more value if some of those chances created result in goals.

OCTOBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Team-high in tackles Downes had four tackles (one won), two clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Nottingham Forest. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 29th minu...

Impact Downes led Southampton with four tackles (one won) Saturday as they fell 1 - 0 to Nottingham Forest. The young midfielder has been a stalwart fixture in the Southampton midfield to begin the 2024 - 2025 campaign, playing every minute for the Saints through two matches and creating four chances while maintaining his defensive solidity.

AUGUST 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains permanently Downes is set to remain with the Saints on a permanent deal from West Ham.

Impact Downes was sent on loan to Southampton after a disappointing seaso with the hammers the season prior. In the EFL, the midfielder recorded 34 starts in 36 appearances, logging in two goals with three assists on 69 tackles (42 won), 50 interceptions and 22 clearances. With the Saints' promotion back to the PL, he is set to keep his role on the team ahead of the new season.

JULY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in season finale Downes created a chance and made an interception in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Leicester City. He also won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Downes made 21 appearances (seven starts) in his first Premier League campaign after joining West Ham from Swansea City last summer. Most of the 21-year-old's starts came either during a run in late October or in closing weeks of the season in May, and he will want to continue developing into a bigger role in midfield next season, especially if Declan Rice does move on from the club.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Villa Downes is fit and in the match day squad to face Aston Villa on Sunday.

Impact Downes returns from an ankle injury in time to take up a role in the match day squad. The midfielder starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Receives cut on ankle Downes may need stitches on his ankle after receiving a cut in Thursday's UECL match, according to manager David Moyes.

Impact Downes went the full 90, so this probably isn't a major issue. Still, Moyes rarely talks in depth about injuries and he mentioned this one for Downes, so there's a chance he'll be forced to miss Sunday's match against Villa on a short week.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in loss Downes logged 26 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Crystal Palace.

Impact Downes had started three straight games while Lucas Paqueta dealt with a collarbone injury but returned to the bench when the Brazilian returned to fitness. As Downes put two shots off target and created one chance in those three matches as a starter, he still has some ways to go in his development before becoming an important asset. He joined West Ham in the summer from Swansea City, playing a solid box-to-box role but not exactly lighting up the scoreboard while in Wales.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Downes has barely played in the league, but Soucek's place is coming under threat Flynn Downes has produced two man-of-the-match displays in Europe and is moving closer to a first Premier League start, possibly on Sunday

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Joins West Ham Downes transferred to West Ham United from Swansea City on Thursday. He's signed a five-year contract with the Hammers.

Impact Downes came up through the academy at Ipswich before breaking out with one goal and two assists to go with 49 tackles made during 37 appearances last season for Swansea. He'll now join the club he grew up supporting and try to fill the hole in the depth chart left by Mark Noble in midfield. Additionally, should Declan Rice leave any time soon, Downes could take over in a defensive-midfield role as long as he continues his upward progression.

JULY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Flynn Downes: West Ham in advanced talks for £12m Swansea City midfielder Swansea midfielder Flynn Downes has attracted interest from the Premier League after a fine season with the Championship club; West Ham happ...

JULY 6, 2022 • SKY.COM