Jay Rodriguez is stalling on discussing new terms with Southampton.
The People says Rodriguez will snub contract talks with Southampton - as Liverpool and Tottenham wait on a decision.
England striker Rodriguez has now been offered a five-year package by the Saints after they realised the Kop and Spurs are on his trail.
He will sit it out and see who else leaves the club - and just how far Liverpool and Spurs go with their bids.
The former Burnley man hit 15 Premier League goals last term before injury cut his season short.
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