Southampton and Watford are taking the step of providing short term contracts to youth players they released.

The club are aware that it is a challenge for academy stars to find their next club amid the COVID-19 crisis.

The Saints and Hornets are making it easier by allowing these players to train at the club's facilities until they find a new team, per the Daily Mail.

Some deals could be extended by up to three months, and other clubs may also follow suit.

Brighton and Hove Albion are also going to assist their youth players who are unable to find a new team.