Southampton defender Wesley Hoedt is in talks with Lazio.

Sky Italia says Lazio are hoping to close an initial loan deal for Hoedt.

Lazio also want to include an option to buy the Dutchman for £4.6m (€5m).

Hoedt, who spent last season on loan at Royal Antwerp, has two years left on his contract at St. Mary and Sky Sports News reported this week that Saints are open to him leaving the club.

Hoedt joined Southampton from Lazio in 2017 but has not been part of Ralph Hasenhuttl's plans.