When did Alan shearer play for Southampton?

Answer 1

Alan Shearer was spotted by Southampton's scout Jack Hixon while playing for Wallsend, and given a period in the youth team, which Shearer described as "the making of me". He played for Southampton for six years in total.

Answer 2

Alan Shearer was on the books at Southampton between 1986 and 1992. He made his professional debut on March 26, 1988, and left Southampton for Blackburn Rovers in July 1992.