Southampton winger Kamaldeen Sulemana is weighing his options as he looks to secure more playing time amid uncertainty over his future at the club.

The 21-year-old’s limited opportunities on the field have prompted him to consider leaving Southampton.

Several top European clubs, including AS Roma, Nice, and Ajax, have shown interest in signing Sulemana. However, negotiations have hit a snag due to Southampton’s insistence on a hefty £30 million release clause.

This high price tag has posed a significant hurdle for potential permanent transfers to materialize.

In response, Sulemana is open to exploring a loan deal that includes an option for a permanent transfer. This arrangement would allow him to regain regular playing minutes and potentially lower Southampton’s asking price in the future.

French clubs Lille and Marseille have also entered the race, with OGC Nice previously proposing a loan deal with a mandatory purchase clause, which Southampton turned down.

Sulemana, who joined Southampton for a club-record fee of £22 million from Stade Rennes two seasons ago, has struggled to adapt to English football. Despite this, his contributions were instrumental in Southampton’s promotion back to the Premier League, albeit with limited game time.

Currently under contract with Southampton until 2027, Sulemana faces a pivotal decision in the coming weeks. Will he opt to stay and compete for a place in Southampton’s squad, or will a loan move to another club provide him with the platform to showcase his talents and reignite his Premier League ambitions?