The 26-year-old was a revelation with Nice last season and is ready to make the next step in his career, with a whole raft of clubs interested
Five months ago, Jean Michael Seri stood on the cusp of achieving his dream. Barcelona had taken note of his talents and had opened negotiations with Nice over brokering a deal for the 26-year-old midfielder.
Personal terms had already been agreed; it was only a matter of Barca getting the deal over the line.
It was a transfer that fell through, however, as a fee between the clubs could not be agreed, leaving the Ivory Coast international heartbroken.