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Manolo Gabbiadini surprised by fast start to Premier League life with Southampton as he admits delight at escaping Napoli nightmare

Manolo Gabbiadini has admitted he has been stunned by his start at Southampton after escaping Napoli in January.

The Italian striker has hit six goals in his first four games for Southampton after a finding his opportunities limited at the Stadio San Paolo prior to his January transfer.

He has been highly praised for his first few appearances in England, especially after his brace in the EFL Cup final against Manchester United, but Gabbiadini did not expect to acclimatize so rapidly.

Striker Manolo Gabbiadini has surprised himself with his rapid start to life at Southampton
Striker Manolo Gabbiadini has surprised himself with his rapid start to life at Southampton

'I'll be honest, even I didn't expect a start like this,' Gabbiadini told Sky Sport Italia.