Premier League: Southampton FC creates a new supporters panel to promote dialogue with fans

"Southampton Football Club (Premier League) is pleased to announce the creation of 'Saints Voice', a new supporters’ panel designed to encourage and maintain a positive dialogue between the club and its fans," said the club on 13/02/2018.

"The group of up to 12 supporters will meet with key staff at the club three-to-four times each year, to discuss a wide range of off-pitch subjects. It is hoped this will allow the club to deepen its understanding of issues affecting fans, as well as being able to explain the thinking and processes behind important decisions that have been, or are being, made," added Southampton FC.

"Our supporters are the lifeblood of the club, and we hope Saints Voice will provide them with a valuable route through which to raise issues and discuss ideas, while also allowing us to keep them informed on key matters," said Toby Steele, managing director of Southampton FC.

• Fans who wish to apply to be part of the panel have until 16/03/2018 to do so.
• Once the panel is…