The 23-year-old was Rennes’ captain and played 33 Ligue 1 games last season before swapping northwest France for south England.
The move could pave the way for Liverpool to sign Milos Kerkez, with Bournemouth already adding a replacement to their ranks.
Kerkez is expected to depart the club for Premier League champions Liverpool, with a deal reportedly worth £45m agreed.
Full story: The Independent
