Southampton are eager to keep hold of Taylor Harwood-Bellis.
The Manchester City defender is currently on-loan at St Mary's for the season.
The Sun says the deal includes a permanent option worth 15m - dependent on promotion.
The loan will turn into a full-time deal if Southampton go up this season.
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