Djaoui Cissé attracts Strasbourg interest as Rennes future remains uncertain

Strasbourg are considering a move for Rennes midfielder Djaoui Cissé as they look to strengthen their squad before the transfer window closes.

The 22-year-old has emerged as a potential target for Strasbourg, who are monitoring his situation at Rennes during the final weeks of the transfer window.

Cissé featured 24 times in Ligue 1 last season, starting 12 of those matches. However, his involvement declined as the campaign progressed, leaving his position at Rennes open to questions as the transfer window enters its closing stages.

A move to Strasbourg could provide Cissé with the opportunity to secure a more regular role and regain the prominence he enjoyed earlier in his Rennes career.

According to L’Équipe, Strasbourg have been keeping a close watch on the midfielder but have yet to submit an official offer for his services.

Rennes are in a strong negotiating position, however, with Cissé under contract with the club until 2030. His long-term agreement means Strasbourg would have to reach an agreement with the Breton club if they decide to make their interest concrete.

Cissé is currently valued at €10 million by Transfermarkt, further highlighting the potential scale of any deal should Strasbourg proceed with their interest.

For now, the French midfielder remains a Rennes player, with Strasbourg yet to make a formal approach. But with the transfer window approaching its final stages, his situation is one that could develop in the coming weeks.

The midfielder’s reduced playing time last season could be an important factor as Rennes assess his future. After making 24 league appearances, including 12 starts, Cissé will be looking for an opportunity to play a more significant role.

Strasbourg, meanwhile, continue to assess their midfield options and have identified Cissé as a player who could potentially strengthen that area of the squad.

Any move will depend on whether Strasbourg turn their interest into an offer and whether Rennes are prepared to consider a departure for a player who still has several years remaining on his contract.

For Cissé, the possibility of a move could offer a fresh opportunity to secure consistent first-team football, while Strasbourg have yet to decide whether to take their interest further.