Olympique Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar is a step closer to leaving.

Currently transfer-listed, Aouar is interesting Arsenal and Tottenham ahead of next week's transfer deadline.

With Xherdan Shaqiri having arrived from Liverpool, OL are now even more determined to find a buyer for Aouar.

Indeed, L'Equipe says they've already lined up a direct replacement for the France international with interest to be stepped up in Rennes midfielder Benjamin Bourigeaud.

OL are seeking €20-25m to sell Aouar this month.