Sevilla close on Bilal Boutobba

France Football has learned that Marseille youngster Bilal Boutobba is on the verge of agreeing a summer move to Sevilla.

The 17-year-old was handed his first team debut by Marcelo Bielsa last season, but he has spent the current campaign in the reserves.

Nevertheless, with the player yet to sign a professional contract at Stade Velodrome, it looks as though he will continue his career elsewhere.

According to France Football, Sevilla have emerged as favourites for his signature, with the talented winger expected to move to Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan in the summer.

The left-footed midfielder has shown a great deal of promise playing for Marseille youth sides, and he is capable of operating on either wing or through the middle.

And with cash-strapped OM not exactly going the extra mile to keep hold of the talented midfielder, chances are that Bilal Boutobba will soon be leaving Stade Velodrome for greener pastures.