Adams was an unused substitute in Southampton’s opening day defeat to Tottenham Hotspur and his future at the club is under the scanner.
He is one of the players Leeds are considering making a move for as Jesse Marsch continues to demand a new striker for his squad.
Everton are also interested and made a loan plus option to buy approach earlier this week.
It has been claimed that the Saints would prefer to sell the player rather than loan him out this summer.
Southampton’s public stance is that he is not for sale but privately the club will entertain offers.
The Scotland international is in the shop window and the Saints are waiting for permanent offers to arrive on their table.
Ralph Hasenhuttl is likely to demand a new forward for his squad if Adams is sold before the end of the window.
Adams scored seven times in the Premier League in 30 appearances last season and has two years left on his contract.
