According to Mohamed Toubache-Ter and confirmed by Le Parisien, Rayane Messi (17) is expected to join RC Strasbourg Alsace on a three-year contract from Dijon FCO in the next few days, with the two clubs reportedly agreeing on a €1.2 million transfer (including bonuses) for the highly rated prospect.

Messi had been a transfer target for Olympique de Marseille earlier in the year. However, Les Phocéens were reportedly put off by a €4 million asking price for a young player who has only made four professional appearances, and the club eventually ended their pursuit in June after being put off by Dijon’s demands.

However, Strasbourg have managed to secure an impressive prospect at far below that previously mentioned fee. Since being bought by BlueCo. (who also own Chelsea FC) Le Racing have begun to focus on bringing in players with high potential with a view of providing them ample time to develop.