The Sun says Saints are seeking a new keeper addition with management unconvinced by Gavin Bazunu and Alex McCarthy.
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Patterson, who was a key in Sunderland's promotion from the Championship last season, has been sidelined this term after the arrival of new No1 Robin Roefs.
Saints are seeking to setup a loan deal for Patterson, though Sunderland favour a straight sale.
Southampton sit tenth on the Championship table, four points outside the promotion playoff places.