Haven't tried purchasing an iPhone online before, I suspect it will try and create a new customer account for you? Someone who has brought online might be able to clarify.
If it was me and it was critical that it is all done correctly I would visit my local Vodafone store and discuss the options with them, they will most certainly be able to bundle the accounts together i'd say :)
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