Saints in hotel dig

the Marriott. It said: “Had been due to stay here for a very important business trip, only to have our reservation cancelled 24 hours before arrival due to an apparent virus outbreak.

“Very disappointing as other guests’ bookings seemed to be unaffected.”

Adding: “Fortunately, the experience didn’t sour our trip.

“Business meeting was extremely productive!

“Not planning to return any time soon.”

Hughes will have the full backing of his Saints players when he is rewarded with a long-term deal.

The Welshman is set to be offered a three-year contract after staging a dramatic rescue act.

Stay

Hughes took over on March 14 with the Saints heading in one direction under former boss Mauricio Pellegrino after one win from 17 games.

But Tuesday’s nail-biting win all but secured Saints’ Premier League status for another season.

And midfielder Oriol Romeu says news that the manager is set to stay will be welcomed by the dressing room.

Romeu said: “He’s done what he had to do and he deserves credit.

“And the players hope he stays and we can work with him again.

“He has done his job in a difficult situation. He came in and the dressing room wasn’t in a good situation.

“It was difficult to cheer everyone up, but I think he did it.

“Mark’s got better results as the atmosphere was better. The feeling with the lads today is amazing.”