Tuttomercato reports that Angers made an inquiry for Reda Belayhane in the last few hours. Although Belayhane is not a priority for Gattuso, his departure is unlikely. The reason is that injuries to Cataldi and Dele-Bashiru have left him as the only alternative to the starting midfield trio.

Angers is seeking to reinforce its midfield during the final days of the transfer window and is considering a loan move for Lazio's Reda Belahyane. Belahyane is a 22-year-old Moroccan international midfielder who previously gained Ligue 1 experience with OGC Nice. He does not appear to be in Lazio's plans, having played in only 14 matches across all competitions last season, for a total of 612 minutes. Angers hopes to use this situation to offer him more playing time and strengthen its squad. Belahyane's contract at Lazio runs until 2029, and his valuation is €6.80m, according to Transfermarkt. Saudi clubs Al Ittihad and Al Ettifaq have also been linked with him.