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Southampton defender Danny Butterfield will reportedly depart the club on loan this season.
The 32-year-old has made just one appearance for the Saints this season in the League Cup win over Stevenage.
According to Sky Sports News, Birmingham City and Sheffield Wednesday currently lead the race for the experienced defender.
Butterfield joined Southampton from Crystal Palace in 2010.
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