Southampton boss Claude Puel says Sam McQueen is in his thoughts.

The former striker is flying at Prem 2 level as a left-back.

With Saints' schedule becoming busier, Puel may be forced to turn to the club's youngsters for back-up in defence, including McQueen, 21, who is yet to make his senior league debut.

“Sam is making progress at left-back and is interesting for the future and perhaps we can see him in the next few games," said the Frenchman.