Ronald Koeman is emerging as the favourite to become the next Southampton boss.

The Dutchman has left Feyenoord in his homeland, a club he led to second place in the Eredivisie this season.

The Saints are in the hunt for a replacement for Mauricio Pochettino who has made a move to Tottenham.

Southampton chairman Ralph Krueger told Sky Sports News they tried to persuade the Argentine to stay put.

"We did what we could to retain him and now we are already moving forward with our very strong supporting staff at all different levels. Everybody is moving towards a solution," said Kreuger.