Southampton have no interest releasing Mario Lemina for loan.

The Daily Echo says Saints aren't interested in loaning out Mario Lemina - but they would consider a permanent deal if the money is right.

There were reports stemming from the Italian media suggesting the south coast side had rejected an approach from Serie A outfit Atalanta.

However, this is wide of the mark and that the club haven't received a formal offer for Lemina's services.

The Gabonese international returned to pre-season, along with a host of other players, on Monday to begin the preparations for the upcoming campaign.