Recently retired English defender makes curious claim for Ben Brereton Diaz | OneFootball

Southampton loanee Ben Brereton Diaz is running the show at Sheffield United. Interestingly, he feels on a mission to win back the confidence of Southampton fans.

Southampton's winter transfer window had many winners, yet none of them were the Saints themselves. Sounds confusing, right? But, it isn't.

This is because despite doing a meaningful job by offloading multiple flops, Southampton still lost as their departed players shine at their new clubs now.

Now, when we talk of such players, Ben Brereton Diaz comes top of the chart. Just months ago, one of the worst flops, Diaz is now writing his redemption script at Sheffield United.

Tell me honestly, except in his initial months, when were you excited for him at Southampton? Most probably not even once. But the Saints loanee is proving us all wrong with his Championship form.

In just 8 appearances for the Blades, Diaz has 3 goals and 2 assists to his name. Notably, just yesterday, he scored the go-ahead goal helping the Blades win 2-1 against Queen Park Rangers.

But what exactly has changed for him now? Well, as per an ex-teammate, it's been Diaz's willingness to justify his worth to Southampton fans.

Ben Brereton Diaz wants to prove himself to Southampton fans

Recently, as quoted by the Daily Echo, retired Sheffield star Chris Basham spoke about Ben Brereton Diaz, saying: “He looks happy. He is buzzing to be back here and he loves working under Chris Wilder. He just wants to prove to Southampton fans what he can do on the pitch."

Certainly, this motivation has been a critical factor in Diaz's comeback, but a change of positions has influenced it a lot.

You would remember him struggling upfront during his Southampton days. Now, just see how he thrives in the wide-out midfield roles comfortably.

Now, if you notice carefully, it's these details that influence a player's form unimaginably. Lately, the Saints have failed in this aspect, thus proving their current dire situation is no coincidence at all.