Rennes, Toulouse and Charlie Cresswell
During the summer transfer window
Rennes are close to signing English centre-back Charlie Cresswell from Toulouse after agreeing a €28m package. The former Leeds defender has also negotiated a major salary offer after two strong seasons in Ligue 1 this summer.
Premier League clubs showed interest but did not formalise moves, allowing Rennes to push ahead. Toulouse are set for a big profit after signing Cresswell for €4.5m and previously rejecting a €23m offer from Wolfsburg.