Virgil van Dijk is subbed with a foot injury during the Premier League game between Southampton and Leicester City on January 22, 2017
Claude Puel hopes to keep hold of in-demand defender Virgil van Dijk
Claude Puel insists that, while he cannot stop the speculation over Virgil van Dijk's future, the ball firmly remains in Southampton's court due to his three-year deal.
Apr 25, 18:04
 Chelsea manager Antonio Conte celebrates victory over West Ham United on March 6, 2017
Preview:Chelsea vs. Southampton
Sports Mole previews Tuesday evening's Premier League meeting between Chelsea and Southampton at Stamford Bridge.
Apr 24, 15:17
 Virgil Van Dijk in action during the Europa League game between Southampton and Hapoel Be'er Sheva on December 8, 2016
Ryan Bertrand: 'Virgil van Dijk best centre-back in world'
Southampton defender Ryan Bertrand says that his in-demand Saints teammate Virgil van Dijk is the 'best centre-back in the world'.
Apr 24, 11:13
 Claude Puel watches on during the Premier League game between Southampton and Manchester City on April 15, 2017`
Southampton 'identify Virgil van Dijk replacement'
A report claims that Southampton will move for Toulouse centre-back Christopher Jullien if they lose in-demand Virgil van Dijk this summer.
Apr 22, 20:12
 Cedric Soares in action during the Premier League game between Southampton and Liverpool on November 19, 2016
Chelsea 'interested in signing Southampton defender Cedric Soares'
Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing Southampton full-back Cedric Soares this summer having also been linked with teammates Virgil van Dijk and Ryan Bertrand.
Apr 5, 14:37
 Ryan Bertrand in action during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Southampton on March 19, 2017
Chelsea 'plotting £25m summer bid for Ryan Bertrand'
A report claims that full-back Ryan Bertrand could be on his way back to Chelsea in the summer, two years after the Blues offloaded him to Southampton.
Mar 31, 21:48
 Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk in action during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the KCOM Stadium on November 6, 2016
Chelsea 'confident of Virgil van Dijk deal'
A report claims that Chelsea are confident of signing Southampton centre-back Virgil van Dijk this summer.
Mar 31, 09:35
 Virgil van Dijk is subbed with a foot injury during the Premier League game between Southampton and Leicester City on January 22, 2017
Virgil van Dijk out for rest of season?
Southampton centre-back Virgil van Dijk could be out for the rest of the season, according to manager Claude Puel.
Mar 30, 12:33
 Mamadou Sakho in action for Liverpool in December 2013
Southampton 'line up Mamadou Sakho as Virgil van Dijk replacement'
Southampton are reportedly considering a move for Liverpool centre-back Mamadou Sakho should Virgil van Dijk leave the club at the end of the season.
Mar 27, 22:03
 Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk in action during the Premier League clash with West Bromwich Albion at St Mary's on December 31, 2016
Report: Liverpool, Chelsea both want Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk
Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk is on the radar of both Liverpool and Chelsea, according to reports.
Mar 24, 15:52
 Nathan Ake in action for Bournemouth on December 4, 2016
Chelsea to use Nathan Ake in bid for Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk?
Chelsea are reportedly considering offering Nathan Ake as part of a deal to try to sign Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk.
Mar 20, 14:57
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Preview:Tottenham Hotspur vs. Southampton
Sports Mole previews Sunday afternoon's Premier League meeting between Tottenham Hotspur and Southampton at White Hart Lane.
Mar 17, 16:08
 Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk in action during the Premier League clash with West Bromwich Albion at St Mary's on December 31, 2016
Virgil van Dijk 'very committed' to Southampton despite transfer rumours
Southampton chairman Ralph Krueger insists that Virgil van Dijk will not be going anywhere this summer.
Feb 28, 10:05
 Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney in action during the Premier League clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017
Team News: Wayne Rooney on Manchester United bench for EFL Cup final
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho names Wayne Rooney on the bench for the EFL Cup final against Southampton.
Feb 26, 15:38
 Claude Puel watches on during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Southampton on December 14, 2016
Claude Puel confident of dealing with Zlatan Ibrahimovic in EFL Cup final
Southampton manager Claude Puel is "confident" in his defence's ability to keep Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic quiet in the EFL Cup final.
Feb 25, 13:26
 Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho watches on during his side's FA Cup fifth round clash with Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park on February 19, 2017
Preview:Southampton vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole previews Sunday's League Cup final between Southampton and Manchester United at Wembley.
Feb 24, 14:05
 Cedric Soares in action during the Premier League game between Southampton and Liverpool on November 19, 2016
Barcelona considering shock swoop for Southampton's Cedric Soares?
Barcelona are reportedly considering a surprise summer move for Southampton full-back Cedric Soares as they look to strengthen that position.
Feb 20, 14:28
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Southampton confirm Martin Caceres signing
Southampton confirm the signing of former Juventus defender Martin Caceres on a free transfer until the end of the season.
Feb 16, 21:00
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Claude Puel quiet on rumours linking Martin Caceres to Southampton
Southampton manager Claude Puel expects a decision to be made on the possible signing of former Juventus and Barcelona defender Martin Caceres "in the next few days".
Feb 9, 14:50
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Southampton defender Ryan Bertrand excited about possible Martin Caceres signing
Ryan Bertrand believes that Uruguay defender Martin Caceres would be a fantastic signing for Southampton should the reported deal go through.
Feb 8, 19:23
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Free agent Martin Caceres to undergo Southampton medical?
A report claims that Martin Caceres is to undergo a medical with Southampton on Tuesday ahead of joining on a free contract, days after turning down AC Milan.
Feb 6, 22:38
 Jose Fonte in action during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Southampton on December 14, 2016
Claude Puel: 'Jose Fonte exit best for both parties'
Southampton manager Claude Puel insists that Jose Fonte's January exit from the club was the best solution for both parties, despite failing to bring in a replacement.
Feb 2, 15:33
 Virgil van Dijk is subbed with a foot injury during the Premier League game between Southampton and Leicester City on January 22, 2017
Virgil van Dijk to miss EFL Cup final through injury
Southampton manager Claude Puel reveals that Virgil van Dijk is expected to miss two to three months with an ankle injury, ruling him out of the EFL Cup final.
Feb 2, 14:29
 Chelsea manager Antonio Conte celebrates after his side's Premier League victory over Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on January 14, 2017
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte to be handed £100m to spend on summer transfers?
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte will reportedly be handed £100m to spend in the summer transfer window.
Feb 2, 10:51
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Team News: New Swansea City signing Luciano Narsingh on bench against Southampton
New Swansea City signing Luciano Narsingh is on the bench ahead of their Premier League clash against Southampton at the Liberty Stadium.
Jan 31, 19:10
 A general shot of St Mary's Stadium prior to Southampton's Premier League clash with Chelsea on October 30, 2016
Report: Southampton to sign Spartak Moscow defender Serdar Tasci
Southampton are in talks to sign Spartak Moscow defender Serdar Tasci on loan, according to reports.
Jan 30, 21:09
 Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge in action during his side's EFL Cup clash with Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield on October 25, 2016
Team News: Daniel Sturridge handed start in EFL Cup semi-final
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp hands a start to Daniel Sturridge for the second leg of the EFL Cup semi-final with Southampton.
Jan 25, 18:52
 Virgil van Dijk is subbed with a foot injury during the Premier League game between Southampton and Leicester City on January 22, 2017
Claude Puel: 'Southampton waiting to see on Virgil van Dijk'
Southampton boss Claude Puel hopes that centre-back Virgil van Dijk will be fit in time to compete against Liverpool in the second leg of their EFL cup semi-final clash.
Jan 22, 21:33
 James Ward-Prowse celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Southampton and Leicester City on January 22, 2017
Southampton ease to victory over Leicester City
Southampton record their first Premier League victory in over a month with a 3-0 win over Leicester City at St Mary's.
Jan 22, 13:52
 Southampton forward Jay Rodriguez in action during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the KCOM Stadium on November 6, 2016
Team News: Jay Rodriguez comes in for Shane Long as Southampton welcome Leicester City
Southampton boss Claude Puel makes one change to his side for the visit of Leicester City, while Claudio Ranieri reverts formation with three alterations.
Jan 22, 11:04
 James Ward-Prowse celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Southampton and Leicester City on January 22, 2017
Live Commentary: Southampton 3-0 Leicester City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Southampton's 3-0 victory over Leicester City in the Premier League.
Jan 22, 11:00
 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola watches on during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the Etihad Stadium on Boxing Day
Pep Guardiola 'planning major Manchester City clearout'
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is reportedly planning a major overhaul of his squad during the summer transfer window.
Jan 16, 22:26
 Sean Dyche watches on during the Premier League game between Burnley and Bournemouth on December 11, 2016
Team News: Three changes for Southampton
Steven Davis is not fit to take part as Southampton visit Burnley this afternoon.
Jan 14, 14:13
 Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk in action during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the KCOM Stadium on November 6, 2016
Claude Puel lavishes praise on Virgil van Dijk
Southampton boss Claude Puel pays tribute to "winner" Virgil van Dijk, who continues to be linked with a move away from the club.
Jan 12, 18:42
 Jurgen Klopp shouts orders during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester City on December 31, 2016
Live Commentary: Southampton 1-0 Liverpool - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Southampton's 1-0 win over Liverpool in the first leg of their EFL Cup semi-final.
Jan 11, 18:45
 Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge in action during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester City at Anfield on September 10, 2016
Team News: Daniel Sturridge leads Liverpool line
Daniel Sturridge leads the Liverpool line in Wednesday's League Cup semi-final first leg away at Southampton.
Jan 11, 18:42
 Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk in action during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the KCOM Stadium on November 6, 2016
Southampton director Les Reed: 'Virgil van Dijk not for sale'
Southampton executive director Les Reed issues a hands-off warning to any clubs interested in Virgil van Dijk by reiterating that he is not for sale.
Jan 7, 10:14
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Report: Manchester City want Holger Badstuber on loan
A report claims that Manchester City are preparing a loan move for Bayern Munich centre-back Holger Badstuber.
Jan 6, 20:32
 Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk in action during the Premier League clash with West Bromwich Albion at St Mary's on December 31, 2016
Report: Chelsea hope to outbid rivals with £60m swoop for Virgil van Dijk
Chelsea are reportedly planning a £60m move for in-demand Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk.
Jan 2, 10:30
 Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk in action during his side's Premier League clash with Chelsea at St Mary's Stadium on October 30, 2016
Report: Ronald Koeman asks Everton co-owner Farhad Moshiri to sign Virgil van Dijk
Ronald Koeman will launch a £50m bid for Southampton centre-back Virgil van Dijk after making a direct plea to Everton co-owner Farhad Moshiri, according to reports.
Jan 1, 13:10
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