Le Havre AC seems to have a weakness for former Olympique de Marseille players. After bringing back André Ayew last summer, the Norman club is now interested in another former Phocaean to strengthen its squad during the winter transfer window.
Olivier Ntcham in the sights of Le Havre AC
Currently a Samsunspor player in Türkiye, Olivier Ntcham has already worn the colors of OM during a six-month loan during the 2020-2021 season. Today, he attracts the attention of several European clubs thanks to his remarkable performances. With 16 caps for the Cameroonian national team, Ntcham shines with his versatility in midfield, where he can play as a recoverer, relay player or playmaker.
This season, the attacking midfielder has established himself as a pillar of Samsunspor. Author of 5 goals and 1 assist in 12 Süper Lig matches, he has established himself as a true midfield metronome. These statistics particularly appeal to Le Havre AC, which wishes to strengthen its squad to meet the challenge of Ligue 1, according to 237foot.
Le Havre AC competes with Empoli for Olivier Ntcham
The Norman club is, however, not alone on this issue. In Italy, Empoli FC, resident of Serie A, is also interested in the Cameroonian environment. This competition could complicate Le Havre's ambitions, especially since Le Havre AC must deal with the restrictions imposed by the National Directorate of Management Control (DNCG).
Recently summoned before the DNCG, Le Havre AC was prohibited from any transfer of valuable value for the market winter. With a release clause estimated at 3 million euros, the recruitment ofOlivier Ntcham could therefore prove complex for the club led by Didier Digard. Unless there is a financial solution, the HAC will have to be creative to attract the 28-year-old to its ranks. Only the opening of the market winter will reveal to us whether this ambitious operation can succeed.
