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The exact structure under discussion could not be learnt, the report said.
Vodafone (NASDAQ:VOD) declined to comment. Three UK did not immediately respond to Reuters’ request for comment outside of business hours.
The move comes as Vodafone faces pressure from Europe’s largest activist fund Cevian Capital to simplify its portfolio, enhance its strategy in key markets and boost returns.
The telecom group’s Chief Executive Nick Read had said in February the company was pursuing mergers with rivals in multiple European markets, spurred on by more favourable signals from regulators who have realised the value of network investment during the COVID-19 pandemic.
