French football club RC Lens are reportedly on the verge of completing a significant summer signing. Reports indicate that Lens have reached a full agreement with FC Metz for the transfer of Metz captain, Matthieu Udol.
The deal for the 29-year-old defender is expected to be finalized during the upcoming transfer window. Udol had a contract with Metz running until 2027, and the Lorraine club had publicly expressed a strong desire to keep their skipper. However, it seems an agreement has now been struck allowing him to move. The news comes via reports from Foot Mercato.
Udol`s potential departure is particularly notable given his recent heroics for Metz. As captain, he played a crucial role in securing the club`s immediate return to Ligue 1 via the promotion play-offs. Udol proved decisive by scoring in both legs of the tie against Reims, contributing significantly to their 4-2 aggregate victory that sealed promotion. Quite the way to sign off from your club, securing their top-flight status before potentially jumping ship!
This isn`t the first time Udol has been linked with a move back to Ligue 1; Saint-Étienne reportedly showed interest last season. Now, the path is clear for a move to Lens. Udol is said to have personally agreed to the transfer terms and is expected to undergo a medical examination with Lens in the coming days. Assuming everything goes smoothly, an official announcement confirming his arrival will follow.
