Moroccan defender Zakaria El Ouahdi, 23, is expected to leave Genk this summer and Rennes is a potential destination for him. Wolfsburg was also mentioned but has since withdrawn interest. The full-back is contracted with the Belgian club until 2028 and has a market value of €12.00m, according to Transfermarkt.

Rennes has shown interest in Zakaria El Ouahdi, a Moroccan right-back currently playing for Genk. The Belgian club is asking for around 12 million euros. An oral offer has been made by Rennes.