Cornet: Downes and Martin Convinced Me to Choose Southampton

Cornet disclosed that he had conversations with manager Russell Martin and former teammate Flynn Downes regarding his potential move to St. Mary’s Stadium.

"It was a long deadline day but it's finally done and I am happy to be here. I am excited to start working with the club," Cornet said.

"I heard of the interest from Southampton for the first time five days before the end of the transfer window, and I had a chat with the manager. 

"The way that he spoke to me was really good and he convinced me to change my club and I am really happy."

The Ivory Coast international added: "I know Flynn from playing together at West Ham, and I know Charlie Taylor from Burnley and we had a good time.

"I asked Flynn about the club and the training ground before I joined. He told me everything is amazing so I said, 'Okay, let's go."