Joe Aribo is out of contract and his departure is expected in the summer, given that he has not appeared in the last seven matches and has been left out of the squad altogether for the last four.

Joe Aribo has for a long time been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia. As a result, the Nigeria international is considered likely to agree a pre-contract agreement this month with a club from abroad.

Joe Aribo can go for a cut-price fee as the midfielder enters the final year of his contract.

Joe Aribo is adept in a variety of roles on the pitch, offering quality and depth in attack. His strength lies in freedom on the pitch, with the midfielder looking most proficient when he isn't locked in one specific area. However, it has been long thought that Aribo may seek a move away from the south coast, with the Nigeria international struggling to settle at St Mary's.