Italian side U.S. Lecce are working to complete the unexpected signing of Samuel Umtiti from Barcelona. Parties are in advanced talks and the French centre-back, who won the World Cup as a starter in 2018, is very close to joining Serie A team.
Lecce and Barcelona could seal a deal on loan - due to the fact that Umtiti's contract with Barça is expiring in 2026.
Translated by Luca Bendoni
