The Saints chief now has confidence that he can trust the flyinig forward to cover for the absence of Danny Ings

The Southampton boss has responded to the speculation linking Che Adams with a move to Leeds.

Leeds have had a third - and vastly increased - offer for Southampton striker Che Adams rejected by the south coast club.

Leeds have reportedly been given a lift in their bid to sign a Premier League striker after seemingly giving up on any deal.

Leeds are reported to have moved onto other striker options after it was claimed Ralph Hassenhuttl had won his battle to keep Che Adams.

Leeds are eagerly awaiting a response from Southampton after the promotion chasers handed Saints a deadline on a prospective deal.

Marcelo Bielsa has given little away on Leeds' interest in Che Adams amid reports the striker wants to quit Southampton and join United.

With Leeds and Forest pushing for the promotion this season, both are hoping this Premier League striker proves the difference.

Southampton have completed the signing of Birmingham forward Che Adams for an undisclosed fee, believed to be around

Southampton are closing on the signing of Birmingham's Che Adams - a move that could be offset by the sale of an out-of-favour full-back.

The Saints are closing in on a Championship star who has also been targeted by Crystal Palace and Burnley

TEAMtalk can reveal that Birmingham star Che Adams will be granted his wish of a Premier League move in the summer.

Manchester United and Arsenal are tracking Birmingham City’s in-demand frontman Che Adams, according to a report.

Birmingham have told Southampton and Burnley they will only sell in-demand striker Che Adams for £15million.

Birmingham striker Che Adams' red card against Huddersfield on Saturday has been rescinded by the Football Association.

Southampton and Bournemouth have joined Manchester City in being linked with Sheffield United forward Che Adams.