Rennes winger Kamaldeen Sulemana is subject of interest from Southampton and PSV Eindhoven.
The Ghana international has attracted offers from both clubs.
L'Equipe says a first offer of 15m, plus 2m in bonuses, has been made by the Dutch club. While the Saints would have submitted a proposal around 17m.
The midfielder joined Rennes in 2021 from FC Nordsjlland for 17m.
Sulemana has a deal with Rennes to 2026.