Ismaelo Ganiou draws interest from multiple Premier League clubs

Lens defender Ismaelo Ganiou is gaining attention from Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United, Chelsea owners BlueCo, and Manchester City's parent group following his breakout in Ligue 1. Ganiou's strong performances have led to comparisons with fellow academy graduate Raphael Varane. Earlier this year, he signed a new four-year contract with Lens, solidifying his position. Ganiou has recently switched international allegiance from Burkina Faso to France Under-21s, further increasing his profile. Scouts from Bundesliga clubs Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig, along with Serie A teams Atalanta and Como, are also tracking his development.

• 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Lens centre-back Ismaelo Ganiou attracts interest from Tottenham, Newcastle, Chelsea and Manchester City owners after rapid Ligue 1 rise