After the failure of the Chuba Akpom track, RC Lens is betting on a new scorer. Well known in Ligue 1.
Loïs Openda left a big void behind him in Lens. Seko Fofana, also gone, nevertheless anticipated his future prerogatives in the Sang et Or staff, promising that the Belgian striker would be replaced very quickly in the artesian workforce. Intox or info, the fact remains that a track has warmed up considerably this Thursday behind the scenes of La Gaillette.
Foot Mercato ensures that the new priority for the vice-champions of France is called Elye Wahi. Promised to leave this summer, the international tricolor Espoirs is still in Montpellier for the time being, but he is not destined to stay there. Author of 19 achievements in the league last season, the young 20-year-old striker arouses much desire, but the greediness of the Hérault leaders has limited concrete advances so far.
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RC Lens, pressed for time, would be inclined to pay the Pailladins what they ask for. Either an envelope of between 30 and 35 million euros – depending on any bonuses. The profile of the player fits perfectly with the style of play wanted by Franck Haise, and his young age makes him a reasoned investment for the future. Frankfurt so far are the only club to have gone on the attack with a – rejected – offer of 28 million euros. But the Premier League is also on the move. On the positive side, however, Elye Wahi would welcome one more season – at least – in Ligue 1.
