Feyenoord has approached OGC Nice for defensive midfielder Charles Vanhoutte and has submitted an offer for the 27-year-old Belgian, who has one cap for his country. Nice is currently considering the bid, the amount of which is not known. Vanhoutte is reportedly open to a transfer. He moved to the French club from Union Saint-Gilloise for six million euros the previous September. The player is attracted by the prospect of Champions League football and hopes for a more prominent role, as his influence at Nice diminished towards the end of the season. He made 26 appearances and provided two assists in Ligue 1. Nice is willing to cooperate on a transfer. Feyenoord's interest is considered preparation for the potential departure of one of its own controlling midfielders. A significant transfer fee will be required because Vanhoutte's contract runs until mid-2029. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value at €7.00m.