Feyenoord in negotiations with OGC Nice for Belgian midfielder | OneFootball

Sacha Tavolieri has revealed that Feyenoord are in negotiations with OGC Nice for the transfer of Belgian midfielder Charles Vanhoutte. The former Union St Gilloise and Cercle Brugge midfielder is said to be open to a move to Feyenoord. Clearly Feyenoord’s new Sporting Director Devy Rigaux has already been incredible active, sacking Robin van Persie and now looking to make some early moves in the transfer market.

Vanhoutte is undoubtedly a talented player, as shown during his time in the Belgian Pro League. Feyenoord finished second under van Persie but they were well off the pace and champions PSV in the Eredivisie. Rigaux left Club Brugge to take over at Feyenoord and has been tasked with building a side capable of challenging for the title next season.

The 27-year-old Vanhoutte joined Nice last summer after making over 100 appearances for Union and helping them win the league title. He played 38 games for the side that struggled in Ligue 1, scoring once and providing three assists.

GBeNeFN | Ben Jackson