But Graeme Souness, who only bought the player last January, must decide if he can do without the ex-Portsmouth midfielder as Premiership clubs are starting to show an interest. But Faye, apparently, is happy to fight his for place.
West Ham were the first to ask about him when they made a move on Friday, but that has sparked Wigan into action are both reported to be set for a head-to-head for the Senegal international when the transfer window reopens.