Hamza Igamane Rangers to Lille latest as clubs wait in wings
The Ligue 1 have made contact with Gers over their interest in the Moroccan forward but, contrary to other reports, have not made an official approach.
However, it is understood the 22-year-old's representatives have had contact with Lille chiefs and held talks over personal terms.
French outlet Foot Mercato is now reporting Igamane is "very excited" about the prospect of the move, which could fetch Rangers over £10 million.
They could team him up with World Cup winner Olivier Giroud as they look to both strikers to replace Canada star Jonathan David.
Rangers signed Igamane for £1.7m from AS Far Rabat in his homeland and could be about to earn a significant mark-up after just a year.
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