According to a report from Alan Nixon via Patreon, Southampton are considering a potential loan move for Tottenham Hotspur's 21-year-old attacking midfielder Alfie Devine. The Saints face competition for the midfielder from Preston North End, whose exclusivity period for a permanent £6m deal has recently expired. Additionally, Scottish champions Celtic are reportedly interested. Football Insider claims that a bid between £4m and £6m might be accepted by Tottenham for the England Under-20 international, who has 13 caps and 2 goals. Devine's contract with Tottenham runs until June 30, 2027, and his current Transfermarkt market value is €8.00m. Recent reports noted Tottenham's asking price was £6m, while Preston's expired option-to-buy was reportedly structured as an initial £4.5m fee.