Southampton executive director Les Reed has said he is confident Nathaniel Clyne will snub interest from Manchester United to sign a new contract.
Clyne, 24, has a year remaining on his deal at St Mary's and ESPN FC sources have indicated that .
However, Reed hopes talks over an extension will produce a positive outcome and : "We're in constant communication. These contract negotiations are never just one meeting where everything is done and sorted out.
"You have to bear in mind, especially with Nathaniel, that we want him to focus on the last few games of the season. That's why you'll get players saying: 'Let's wait until the end of the season.'
"That's quite normal, and he's very happy. He's managed to force himself into the England squad and is showcasing his talents.
"I'd be very surprised if there wasn't speculation about him, but at the moment the signs are good."
Sources have told ESPN FC that in a bid to try to beat Chelsea to the signing of Clyne.
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