Metz in talks to sign free Sophiejan Alacucci. French Ligue 1 side Metz are in talks with Sophiejan Alacucci on a free transfer.

The 22-year-old right-back is out of contract with Nimes, with both sides agreeing not to renew after the Gators relegated to Ligue 1 next season.

By now, Alachus does not have an agency, making it possible to move the team without a fee. A report from L’Equipe states that Metz is interested and will continue negotiations to bring the right-back to the team.

Metz had previously been linked with Guangken defender Zigu Niakate. But the 22-year-old failed to undergo a medical. As a result, the transfer of the team had to be cancelled.

Believes that if negotiations with Alachus go well. Metz is ready to offer a four-year contract to the 22-year-old right-back, who now has Brest, another Ligue 1 club interested in such as same.