Virgil van Dijk could yet stick with Southampton next season.
The Sun says he is ready to snub both Manchester clubs and Liverpool by staying at Southampton beyond the end of the season.
After handing centre back Van Dijk the armband upon Jose Fonte's departure to West Ham last month, Saints sought assurances he was committed to the south coast.
A source said: “When Virgil took the captaincy it was on the understanding he would lead the team until the end of next season as a minimum.
“He has a long-term contract and is settled at the club."