Southampton are ready to hold talks with Frank de Boer.

The former Ajax coach is set for meetings with Southampton as fellow Dutchman Ronald Koeman moves to Everton.

De Telegraaf says De Boer expects to enter talks with Saints about the manager's job - but is seeking assurances.

De Boer has big concerns over the break up of the current Southampton squad.

And it's claimed top of Koeman's shopping list at Everton will be Saints defender Virgil van Dijk.