Luscombe is a player in demand

The in-form 24-year-old is a target for other Welsh regions, English clubs and South African provinces.

But Luscombe, tipped as a likely starter in this year's Six Nations, says his preference is to stay put.

"We're in talks and they're going pretty well so let's see what happens," Luscombe told BBC Sport Wales.

"I've been here for six years, come through the youth system and been made to feel welcome.

"There's a great ethos at the club and I'd like to be part of its future."

South Africa-born Luscombe was brought to Wales as an 18-year-old by Graham Henry.

He lost the offer of a contract after a media backlash against Henry's foreign imports, but took a job working in then-Newport benefactor Tony Brown's factory and gradually worked his way through the ranks.

In the last Six Nations I wasn't at my best as I had a niggle in my knee and wasn't 100% fit Haldane Luscombe

After establishing himself in the Dragons and Wales squads, Luscombe missed the latter half of Wales' 2005 Grand Slam campaign and the summer tour with a calf injury.

He started the new season in fine form for the Dragons, but missed out on the autumn internationals with a broken thumb.

Since his return he has again won rave reviews with the Gwent region.

With Wales' back-line shorn of Tom Shanklin, Gavin Henson and Kevin Morgan through injury and suspension, he is considered a likely starter for the 4 February game with England at Twickenham.

That would either be on the wing, or in his favoured position of outside centre.

"I don't make excuses, but in the last Six Nations I wasn't at my best as I had a niggle in my knee and wasn't 100% fit," said Luscombe.

"The media hasn't always been my biggest fan, but it's great that they are taking notice now that I'm playing well.

"People have said that the 13 jersey is open for Wales, but I don't see that.

"There are a lot of good players competing for it and putting the pressure on to perform, and that bodes well for the Six Nations.

"I don't mind if I play centre or wing, I'll play anywhere for Wales, but my first ambition is just to make the squad."