Former Southampton midfielder David Prutton believes Liverpool have the inside running for the signing of Virgil van Dijk.
The Dutchman has been linked with Liverpool for next season.
“If you're one of Manchester United, Manchester City, Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool you'd be foolish not to look at him," Prutton told the Daily Star.
“Liverpool obviously have a good dialogue and a business relationship with Southampton, although I wouldn't say that puts them at the front of the queue.
“You'd think from a business point of view, it probably gives them a head start when it comes to building a rapport and business relationship.
“But the most important word there is business. Liverpool would want to get him for the right price – and Southampton will want as much as they can get."
Source: tribalfootball.com