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title: "Southampton hold ‘initial talks’ over Vestergaard deal"
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author: "Luke Osman"
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published: "2018-07-03T14:56:50Z"
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# Southampton hold ‘initial talks’ over Vestergaard deal

Southampton have reportedly held ‘initial talks’ with Borussia Monchengladbach over a deal to sign Jannik Vestergaard this summer.

According to claims from [Sky Sports](https://www.skysports.com/transfer/news/11700/11425070/southampton-interested-in-signing-jannik-vestergaard-from-borussia-mochengladbach), the Saints have already contacted the Bundesliga club to discuss a deal for the Denmark international, with negotiations ongoing as the two parties look to reach an agreement on a fee.

Vestergaard was a part of Denmark’s 23-man squad for the World Cup this summer but failed to make an appearance, as he saw his side crash out of the competition in the round of 16.

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Southampton are looking to sign at least one central defender this summer, with Barcelona youngster Marlon Santos having also been linked with a move to the south coast in recent times.

Vestergaard is set to be a wanted man ahead of next season and according to the reports from Sky Sports, West Ham are also contemplating a move for the player.

Saints haven’t yet replaced Virgil van Dijk following his move to Liverpool in January and it seems Vestergaard has been lined up as a top target this summer.