Southampton are considering an official approach for Norwich's technical director Stuart Webber, as they move to revamp their off-field infrastructure.

Webber is in the frame for a similar position at the Premier League club after playing a major role in Norwich's rebuild which has taken them to the top of the Championship.

The 34-year-old was also hugely influential in Huddersfield's promotion to the top flight under David Wagner, who Webber appointed, and Southampton are weighing up a move for the Welshman after the dismissal of Les Reed.

Southampton axed Reed, the vice-chairman, last week and are drawing up a shortlist of targets to come in and head up their football operations.

Webber is understood to be high on their list of candidates and Southampton could make an approach later this month.

Webber has been with Norwich since April 2017 and overseen a substantial rehaul of the Championship club.