Juventus midfielder Mario Lemina is expected to undergo a Southampton medical today.
ESPN reports sources close to the player claim that the Gabon international will undergo a medical to sign for the Saints.
The report states that Stoke City still remain keen on bringing the central midfielder to the bet365 Stadium as they look to hijack the deal.
It was reported by Sky Sports on Friday that officials from Mark Hughes' side and the Old Lady were meeting later that day to hold talks over a permanent deal.
However it appears that Mauricio Pellegrino has stolen a march on their Premier League rivals, and could wrap up the transfer in a matter of days.
Source: tribalfootball.com