The 19 year-old, who has scored 15 goals in all competitions for Martin Hunter’s side this season, has been rewarded for his impressive displays during February.

Seager, who has been with Southampton since the age of seven, also made his Premier League debut during the month, coming on for Ronald Koeman’s side in the 1-0 defeat to Swansea City.

The striker scored one goal, a superb finish against Chelsea, and grabbed one assist during his four appearances for the Under-21s during February.

Speaking to saintsfc.co.uk after winning the accolade, Seager said: “To be chosen for the first ever one feels amazing. It’s down to teamwork that an individual wins an award. If they didn’t pass me the ball I wouldn’t score goals.

“At the start of the season I remember the first game, I was on the bench for the Under-21s and didn’t come on. From then I didn’t want to have that feeling again and I worked even harder.

“Making my Premier League debut was amazing. I’ve been here since I was seven and it was a dream come true. I just want to continue scoring goals and hopefully push on.”

Under-21s coach Martin Hunter said: “He has had a great season and that’s down to his diligence, his hard work and his tough mentality.

“You don’t become a goalscorer like that without it. He’s a definite threat. I think he’ll get more goals. If we get him the ball he’ll score goals.”