Yoann Cathline, who impressed during his loan spell at FC Utrecht with six goals in 27 matches, has been permanently signed by the club. FC Utrecht decided to activate the purchase option in his contract. The 22-year-old Frenchman, who previously broke through at Almere City, is now committed to FC Utrecht until mid-2028.

Yoann Cathline is on loan at FC Utrecht from Lorient. He has been an important player for Utrecht, scoring five goals and providing three assists. A longer stay at Utrecht is being arranged, with all signs pointing towards a successful deal. Utrecht has the first option to purchase him, with a fixed fee included in the loan agreement, which must be activated by the end of the current season.

Yoann Cathline will return to the Eredivisie, joining Utrecht on loan with an option to buy. The medical examination is already scheduled in the coming days, following an agreement between the two clubs.

Lorient and Utrecht have started negotiations for the departure of the French player Yoann Cathline. The winger has already agreed terms with the Dutch club. After a successful loan at Almere City (31 matches, 6 goals, 4 assists), Yoann Cathline (21 years old) could stay in the Netherlands. The winger, who is already contractually agreed, could join Utrecht. Under contract with Lorient until 2027, he now has to wait for the two clubs to reach an agreement. Discussions have started and are expected to progress quickly. The player has spoken with his coach and sporting director and expressed his desire to join Utrecht.