Gael Kakuta, a playmaker born in 1991 who has played for several major teams including Lazio, will play next season for Esteghlal in Iran. The player, who grew up in Chelsea's Academy, is leaving Amiens and French football, signing a one-year contract with Esteghlal, the former team of coach Stramaccioni.

Gael Kakuta is now reportedly poised to sign a two-year deal with top Iranian club Esteghlal. They have opened talks with the Lille-born ace, and he is thought keen to swap his third spell with modest Amiens for a move to Tehran.