Blackburn are expected to submit a formal bid for Southampton’s Sam Gallagher on Friday, Sky Sports News understands.
It was revealed that Blackburn have been in talks with the Saints since last week - but there is also interest from Wigan.
Gallagher spent the 2016-17 season on loan at Ewood Park, scoring 11 goals for Tony Mowbray's side.
Southampton want a deal of around £5m for the former England U20 striker, who spent last season on loan at Birmingham City.
Ralph Hasenhuttl is looking to trim the wage bill and make room for new signings, with Fraser Forster and Alex McCarthy up for sale.
Mowbray has also told Sky Sports News that he is "confident" that midfielder Bradley Dack will remain at the club this summer, with the club aiming for the top six next season.
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