Borussia Dortmund striker set for Marseille loan move

Youssoufa Moukoko has decided to join Olympique Marseille and looks set to move to the French club on an initial loan deal with an option to buy.

After deciding to leave Borussia Dortmund due to a lack of playing time, Youssoufa Moukoko is set for a move to Olympique Marseille. According to multiple reports, the talented striker has reached an agreement on personal terms with the Ligue 1 side. And the two clubs are now in talks over an initial loan deal with a possible option to make the signing permanent.

Youssoufa Moukoko wants to leave Borussia Dortmund

Moukoko had been reduced to a bit-part role at Borussia Dortmund, leaving the 19 year old frustrated. His agent Patrick Williams revealed last week that Moukoko wants to leave the Black and Yellows this summer.

A number of clubs were interested in signing Moukoko, but it appears that Marseille are set to win the race for his signature. It is currently unclear as to what the final parameters of the deal will be.

Moukoko made his Borussia Dortmund first-team debut just one day after turning 16. He has showcased his potential on a number of occasions, and has 18 goals and eight assists to his name in 99 appearances across all competitions. His current contract with the club is set to expire in two years' time.

With Youssoufa Moukoko and Niclas Füllkrug both leaving Borussia Dortmund, those in charge will look to sign a new striker in the coming weeks. Sebastien Haller is also free to leave the club, and Serhou Guirassy could be joined by another new number nine before the transfer window closes.