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Ronald Koeman confident Jay Rodriguez will REJECT £15m Arsenal and Liverpool bids
RONALD KOEMAN is confident Jay Rodriguez will reject Arsenal and Liverpool's interest by signing a new and improved deal at Southampton.
Jay Rodriguez Player Profile
The 25-year-old has been out of action for over a year with a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament, but that has not prevented speculation mounting over his future.
Rodriguez only has a season left on his contract and there have been suggestions that a summer move could be on the cards.
He will be an important player next season
Premier League rivals Arsenal and Liverpool are reportedly ready to test Saints' resolve with £15million bids.
However, the England international now seems ready to pen a new deal at St Mary's.
Ronald Koeman backs Jay Rodriguez to stay at Southampton
"He was talking to the club," the Saints boss said. "He's a good player and I think he will be an important player for next season.
"If he stays, I think that is a good signal to the club, to everybody."
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