Southampton manager Tonda Eckert is facing a second chance decision after the Spygate scandal. The club's owner, Dragan Solak, plans to allow Eckert to remain in his job despite the controversy. Eckert has taken full responsibility for the charges Southampton admitted during the English Football League's investigation into the club's spying practices. He has also doubled down on his previous claims that spying is common practice in Germany and Italy, where he worked before joining Saints initially as Under-21s manager last summer. Eckert's decision to remain in his job has been met with a mixed reaction from fans and former players. Some have expressed disappointment and anger with the club and the staff, while others believe that Eckert deserves a second chance. Southampton owner Dragan Solak has said that he plans to allow Eckert to remain in his job, despite the controversy and damage done to the club's reputation. The decision may yet be taken out of Solak's hands, with the Football Association currently investigating Eckert's conduct. If he is charged and found guilty, he could be punished with a ban that prevents him from working in English football. Southampton's fans and former players are divided on the issue, with some calling for Eckert to be sacked and others believing that he deserves a second chance.