Nice have completed the signing of Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Sanson.

Sanson joins OGCN on-loan for the season with the option to buy.

"Morgan is a mature player who knows Ligue 1 inside and out. He joins on loan with an option to buy, but we want him to be a long-term addition.

"He is an ambitious guy who will add to the team with his experience and his talent," said Nice sporting director Florent Ghisolfi.

"Morgan's physicality means he is a very busy player, and he will be able to contribute all his technical quality and eye for the game."