Marseille have struck a deal to sign Azzedine Ounahi after clubs from across Europe targeted the midfielder who dazzled in Morocco s World Cup semi-final run.
Ounahi was pivotal as Morocco became the first African team to reach the last four at a World Cup, catching the eye as the Atlas Lions saw off Spain and Portugal before falling to France.
The 22-year-old will leave Angers to join fellow Ligue 1 outfit Marseille for a fee reportedly of around €10million, having previously been linked with the likes of Napoli, Leicester City and Leeds United.
Both clubs announced a deal was in place on Saturday.
Marseille, who sit third in the table, said in a short statement: Olympique Marseille announces an agreement in principle with Angers for the permanent sign…