Southampton fans, not to mention their players, could be forgiven for running for cover at the mere mention of the arrival of a big-money striker from Serie A.
After all, despite being heralded as one of the most exciting signings in the club's history, Dani Osvaldo made more of an impression on Jose Fonte's face than for anything he did on the pitch following his club-record move from Roma. Osvaldo cost a total of £25 million in transfer payments and wages for a Saints career lasting just 166 days and memorable only, the vicious training ground assault on then-captain Fonte apart, for a wonder goal against Manchester City.