Midfielder Eddy Gnahoré is on the verge of leaving Amiens as the Ligue 1 side looks to finalize a transfer to China. The Picardy club, in need of financial relief after failing to secure a sale during the winter transfer window, has turned its attention to markets that remain open. With the Chinese transfer window still active, an opportunity has emerged to offload one of its assets before the deadline.
According to reports from Courrier Picard, the 26-year-old French-Ivorian midfielder is set to join Wuhan Zall. The move would see Gnahoré head to the city that first drew global attention due to the outbreak of the coronavirus. Despite the uncertainty surrounding the Chinese Super League calendar, negotiations have progressed, and an agreement between the player and his prospective new club is reportedly close.
Gnahoré joined Amiens SC a year and a half ago and has since become a regular presence in midfield. Under contract with the French side until June 2022, he has featured 17 times in Ligue 1 during the 2019–2020 campaign. Although he has not always been a headline-making figure, his experience and versatility have made him a reliable component of Amiens’ squad. His departure would represent both a sporting loss and a financial boost for a club seeking stability.
The midfielder’s career has taken him through several European clubs prior to his spell in Picardy. He previously had stints with SSC Napoli and Palermo FC, experiences that helped shape his development and provided exposure to different tactical environments. His move to China would mark another chapter in an already diverse professional journey, offering him a fresh challenge in a rapidly evolving football market.
At Wuhan Zall, Gnahoré would link up with Portuguese defender Daniel Carriço, who recently joined the Chinese side from Sevilla. The addition of players with European experience reflects the club’s ambitions to strengthen its squad and remain competitive domestically.
The timing of the deal is significant, as the Chinese transfer window for international signings closes this Friday. However, uncertainty continues to surround the start of the domestic league season due to the coronavirus outbreak that originated in Wuhan. Authorities have yet to confirm a new kick-off date, leaving clubs and players awaiting further developments.
For Amiens, finalizing the transfer would provide much-needed financial breathing room as they navigate a challenging campaign. For Gnahoré, it represents an opportunity to embark on a new adventure in Asia, continuing a career that has already spanned multiple countries and competitions.
