Southampton are preparing a new contract offer for Sadio Mane.

The Sunday Mirror says the Saints forward was heavily linked with a move to Manchester United in the summer as manager Louis Van Gaal looked for new goal-scoring options.

The interest never developed further, but he remains on their radar for a future switch as the United boss loves his pace and style.

As he prepares to face United on Sunday, talks are likely to begin with Mane over improved terms at Southampton as reward for the way he has started life at St Mary's.