Ivorian left-back Kalpi Ouattara, 27, is expected to sign for Racing Besançon soon. The defender, arriving from Mâcon, is one of two expected signings, with Rolys N’Ganzi also expected to join. Ouattara, who has two caps for the Ivory Coast, joined Mâcon in August 2024 and holds a contract that runs until June 2026. In the 2025/2026 season, he has made 13 league appearances, scoring one goal and providing one assist.