Alves has previously been linked with Manchester United, Newcastle United and Liverpool.
The News of the World says Southgate is keen to sign the Brazil international in the January transfer window, in order to get their season back on track.
Alves has previously been linked with Manchester United, Newcastle United and Liverpool.
The News of the World says Southgate is keen to sign the Brazil international in the January transfer window, in order to get their season back on track.