Southampton are hoping to sign Manchester City prospects Liam Delap and Gavin Banuzu on the back of Chelsea youngster Armando Broja's successful loan spell at the club.
The Saints acquired three of Chelsea's brightest youngsters last summer, buying full back Tino Livramento and centre back Dynel Simeu as well as loaning Broja.
The Albanian forward has been a popular signing this season, scoring nine goals in all competitions. Only James Ward-Prowse has scored more for the Saints.
Liam Delap has struggled for game time since making his Manchester City debut last season
Southampton now appears to be applying the same poaching tactic to City, with 19-year-old striker Delap and 20-year-old Goalkeeper Bazunu among the Citizens' brightest young players.