Toulouse FC have opened talks to sign FC Basel midfielder Andrej Bacanin (19), according to a report from Foot Mercato.

Toulouse are looking to bolster their midfield options ahead of the coming season. Their attention initially was focused on Matias Siltanen, who currently plays his football for Djurgarden.

Le TéFéCé had been hopeful of concluding a deal for the Finland youth international, however, whilst the midfielder agreed to the move, finding an agreement with Djurgarden has proved more difficult. The latter’s valuation may be too high for Toulouse, Foot Mercato understands, hence their shift of focus onto another target.

Bacanin, who primarily plays as a defensive midfielder, but who can also play as a No.8, played 25 games for FC Basel last season. The Serbia youth international (10 caps for the U19s) registered two assists in that time. Toulouse have now made contact with the Serb concerning a potential move this summer.

GFFN