As reported earlier today, Mbaye Niang, facing a lack of playing time at AC Milan, is poised to conclude the season outside Italy. Marseille and Montpellier have both initiated contacts, with the latter seemingly finalizing a loan deal for January. According to Bilel Ghazi, a correspondent for L’Equipe, the transaction has been successfully completed.
#Montpellier and #ACMilan have just concluded the loan (with an option to purchase) of Mbaye @OfficialNiang to the Hérault club. Signing on Monday
— Bilel Ghazi (@BilelGhazi) December 20, 2013
This move will see Mbaye Niang return to France, a year and a half after departing Caen for Serie A. The 19-year-old striker is set to join Montpellier, a club that has openly expressed its ambitions to bolster its attacking options. The signing, including the potential option to purchase, is scheduled for Monday.
After an encouraging debut season in Italy, Mbaye Niang has encountered challenges in confirming his performance.
