UK owner Saga Cruises has reportedly declared an option for a second cruiseship at Meyer Werft in Germany.

The vessel will be delivered in summer 2021, according to BRL Shipping Consultants.

The 57,000-gt ship was part of a contract signed last year.

Saga will take delivery of the first 1,000-passenger vessel in 2019.

The over-50s specialist currently operates two 1981-built cruiseships.

It and the shipyard have been contacted for comment.