Two offensive recruits mentioned for January!

Faced with a series of injuries and physical problems in its offensive sector, Will Still's RC Lens is looking to strengthen itself during the winter transfer window. Eager to avoid excessive spendingthe blood and gold club is exploring avenues of loans and players at lower cost to compensate for its shortcomings up front.

Tchaouna, a promising Lazio winger in the sights

According to information from Foot Africa, Loum Tchaounaa young 21-year-old winger playing at Lazio Rome, is confined to a luxury replacement role (1 start in 16 matches) in the Italian club. Arriving for 10 million euros last summer from Salernitana, the former Rennais could join Lens in the form of a loan with purchase option.

Gabriel Silva, a low-cost Brazilian option

According to Livefoot, the Sang et Or are also interested in Gabriel Silva22-year-old Brazilian striker playing for Santa Clara in Portugal. Author of 3 goals and 4 assists this season, the former Palmeiras player will be very inexpensive because his contract ends on June 30. A low-cost option for short-term offensive reinforcement.

Other alternatives considered

If these two names have filtered, RC Lens is probably prospecting other profiles to expand its attack. The objective is clear : find reinforcements capable of providing an offensive advantage without straining the finances of the Artesian club. Criteria which suggest additional avenues in the coming weeks.