Southampton are moving for Toulouse fullback Christopher Jullien.
The Mirror says Saints are favourites to sign the defender this summer.
Southampton are on the lookout for a new central defender and the latest name to be linked is the towering Frenchman, who has impressed over the years at Toulouse.
Jullien is keen on a move to England - and knows Premier League clubs are keen.
Saints are expected to step up talks next week.