Arsenal target Paul-Georges Ntep set for Rennes transfer

Ligue 1 outfit Rennes are closing in on the signature of Paul-Georges Ntep from Auxerre, as per reports in France.

The talented French Under-21 striker had been linked with a move to England in recent weeks, with the likes of Arsenal, Everton and Stoke City interested in his services.

However, latest reports reveal that Auxerre have agreed a deal with Rennes over the transfer of Ntep, and the player will have a medical tomorrow, before signing on a three-year-deal with the former French champions.

The Cameroonian-born youngster has scored 11 goals for AJA in Ligue 2 this term.