Southampton's Romeo Lavia is emerging as a serious target for top Premier League clubs.

Lavia and his teammates have been relegated to the Championship by finishing bottom of the top flight.

However, his stock has risen this season, with Lavia seen as a potentially top class central midfielder.

Per The Times, Chelsea and Liverpool are both chasing after Lavia for a summer transfer.

The source does add that Southampton believe they can seek up to £40 million for his signature.

Despite relegation, the Saints' finances are in a solid enough position where they can afford to reject lower offers.