THREE of Saints first team stars were among those targeted by a dressing room thief at St Mary's.
Top scorer Stern John, goalkeeper Kelvin Davis and midfielder Jason Euell were all victims of the criminal who struck during their side's Championship defeat by Burnley, the Daily Echo can reveal.
Goalkeeping coach Malcolm Webster was also a victim of the burglary, which is believed to have totalled around £2,500 cash from at least five Saints players and staff, and nine opponents from Burnley.
From the away side who claimed a 1-0 victory, the Daily Echo also understands former Manchester United and England striker Andrew Cole was one of the victims.
Police have interviewed those who lost cash and yesterday visited St Mary's Stadium to continue their investigation.
Officers have been looking at CCTV footage to see how someone could have got into the secure changing rooms.
It is believed that the entire sum of stolen cash, taken from wallets and bags some time between 3.55pm and 5.15pm, has been reimbursed to players and staff on both teams.
It is understood that no other personal belongings have been reported stolen.
A spokeswoman for Hampshire police confirmed police had revisited the ground.
"Police have been down to the stadium again to continue their investigation.
They are looking to see if any CCTV is available that shows people entering or leaving the secure area," she said.
It is not known if the home and away changing rooms were locked during the second-half of the home fixture but they are both within a restricted area of the stadium.
It is understood that only people with a security pass or wearing a special wristband are allowed entry into the excluded sections.
The incident has come at the worst possible time for the club as they linger one point outside the relegation zone with just two matches remaining.
A spokesman for Southampton FC has refused to comment but has confirmed an incident took place at the ground and they are also carrying out an investigation.
See today's Daily Echo for the full story
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