Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl is happy for Mohammed Salisu to continue taking his long throw-ins.

Travelling the length of the pitch to 'launch' one of his now trademark medium throws has become a bone of contention for the supporters.

Not only do they slow down proceedings and take a crucial defender out of position but Saints are yet to score a goal during an attacking action which was started by a Salisu long throw.

But Hasenhuttl told the Daily Echo: “I don't see that there is no threat because automatically the opponent has to move back and automatically you are in situations where you are in the box, where you can get goals.

“We had two moments in the first game where we did it for a first time, but now they are a little bit more prepared for it is more difficult."

Asked if the selection of Salisu was not only for the arm but to allow Hasenhuttl's side a breather while he saunters up the pitch, the boss admitted: “Both, yes. And yes, we are working on this in training."