Leicester were also interested in the 37-year-old but Southampton moved quickly following their relegation from the Premier League.
The former Scotland international joins on a three-year deal after leaving Swansea.
“My aim is to get this club back where it belongs – in the top flight of English football. I am ready for this challenge and will give everything to achieve this aim and to give the supporters a team that makes them proud. I’m thrilled to be here and cannot wait for the work to begin.” They had been haggling over £700,000 with Martin’s release clause for Championship clubs and Premier League sides different.
He has been praised for his style and Southampton will be hoping the ex-Norwich defender can guide them back to the Premier League at the first attempt.Nathan Jones replaced Ralph Hasenhuttl in November but lasted just 14 games, winning one, and was sacked in February. Ruben Selles took charge for the final months of the campaign but was unable to keep Saints up.
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