Sampdoria defender Omar Colley is attracting major Premier League interest.
Newcastle United and West Ham United are keen on Colley, though it's emerged Southampton are now leading the race for his signature.
The Sun says Saints have been following Colley since 2016, with scouts likening him to now Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk.
For his part, the stopper would be keen on a move to England.
Gambia international Colley is in second season with Samp after joining from Genk.
