Clubs remain interested in Harwood-Bellis

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Southampton boss Tonda Eckert has confirmed there are still discussions around defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis' future at the club.

The 24-year-old has been linked with a move throughout the summer, having attracted attention from Portuguese club Benfica before the club rejected a bid from Premier League side Aston Villa .

"There's interest and there is a conversation," Eckert said in his press conference on Friday.