Jose Fonte will not feature in Southampton's EFL Cup semi-final first leg against Liverpool as speculation over his future continues.
Saints director of football Les Reed revealed on Thursday the 33-year-old – who has been linked with Manchester United – had submitted a transfer request, despite having a contract that runs until June 2018.
Fonte did not feature in the 2-2 draw with Norwich City in the FA Cup third round on Saturday and manager Claude Puel confirmed he will not be included in the squad for the visit of Liverpool on Wednesday.
"Jose won't participate in this game.