SOUTHAMPTON have made an approach for Porto midfielder Sergio Oliveira as Claude Puel hunts for January reinforcements.
Oliveira is up for sale this month after falling out with boss Nuno Espirito Santo.
The right-sided midfielder, who can also play on the left and through the centre, has made just one appearance off the bench after refusing to be converted into a left-back.
Porto want to raise cash to fund some moves of their own and are ready to part ways with Oliveira for just £4million.
The former Portugal under-21 international is wanted by a number of French sides but has his sights set on the Premier League.
And SunSport understands that Southampton are leading the race for Oliveira's signature after suffering three league defeats on the trot.
The Saints are also in the market for a new centre-back, with Liverpool misfit Mamadou Sakho reportedly on their radar.
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Captain Jose Fonte is looking to force a move away after handing in a transfer request, while Virgil van Dijk is a big-money target for title chasers Chelsea and Manchester City.
Puel is also concerned by a lack of goals and will target Napoli striker Manolo Gabbiadini, with the Italian confirmed to be leaving this week for either England or Germany.
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