West Ham and Southampton are both vying for the signature of versatile Borussia Monchengladbach defender Julian Korb.
Reports in the German press claim the Germany Under-21 international could be set for a move away, though no official approaches have been made yet by either the Hammers or the Saints.
Korb can be utilised as a right back or in midfield, two positions that both West Ham and Southampton are short of cover for.
The 24-year-old has 18 months left on his contract with Gladbach and, after enduring a difficult start to the season, the club could well cash in on their prized asset before the January window shuts.