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Liverpool and Manchester United to seal deals for Premier League duo
LIVERPOOL and Manchester United believe they will be able to raid Southampton for their defensive centre-backs with Claude Puel’s side reportedly consigned to losing them.
Jose Fonte - 5 things you need to know
Virgil van Dijk and Jose Fonte have both been heavily linked with moves away from St Mary’s in recent weeks.
And according to The Sun, Southampton are accepting of the fact they will both leave the club over the next two transfer windows.
Southampton are thought to be concerned over Fonte’s situation in particular, with the Portuguese still not committing to a new contract, despite being in talks since August.
Jose Fonte and Virgil van Dijk are being linked with moves away from Southampton
Jose Mourinho is a big fan of Jose Fonte
Virgil van Dijk and Jose Fonte have both been heavily linked with moves away from St Mary’s in recent weeks.
Mourinho attempted to sign his fellow countryman in the summer but settled for Eric Bailly instead.
Dutchman Van Dijk is another player thought to be on Mourinho’s wishlist.
But he is facing competition from Liverpool and Everton with both Merseyside outfits competing for his signature.
Virgil van Dijk is attracting interest from Manchester United, Liverpool and Everton
Jurgen Klopp is keen to bolster his defence as he goes in search of Liverpool’s maiden Premier League title, while Ronald Koeman is hoping for a reunion.
Van Dijk only signed a new six-year deal with Southampton in May, but with the big clubs coming knocking already, Southampton could see their latest talisman move elsewhere.
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