The agent of Manolo Gabbiadini isn't surprised by his instant impact at Southampton.

The striker is already amongst the goals since his January arrival from Napoli.

Silvio Pagliari told Mediaset: "The Manolo explosion in England was something I expected: He has had a major impact and is very happy, so we're happy with the choice we made.

"What has changed compared to Napoli? The impact was equally devastating: in Naples the first six months he did very well. There was a problem with (Maurizio) Sarri: every coach has his own methods.

"In Naples they are doing great things, beyond what happened with Manolo, there's no hard feelings. Gabbiadini was simply ready mentally for an international transfer: he found an environment that has spoiled him from the first day, but we're just starting and he has to continue like this."