Cremonese Close to Signing Mika Faye from Rennes on Loan After Securing Jamie Vardy

Cremonese are close to adding young defender Mika Faye from Rennes. This will strengthen their defense after they brought in Jamie Vardy. Faye is expected to join on loan with an option to buy, waiting for the final agreement between the clubs.

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT CREMONESE?

Cremonese are active in the transfer market after moving up to Serie A. They confirmed the signing of Jamie Vardy, and now they’re about to finalize a deal for 20-year-old center back Mika Faye. Faye was a top prospect when he moved from Barcelona to Rennes last year. Now, he is set to join Cremonese on a season-long loan with a buy option.

Faye has agreed, and he could travel to Italy soon if the last contract details are resolved.

MIKA FAYE’S CHALLENGING YEAR AT RENNES

Faye joined Rennes in 2024 from Barcelona for over €10 million and was expected to start regularly. However, he barely played, appearing in only 12 Ligue 1 matches as Rennes finished 12th in the league. Under coach Habib Beye, Faye was mostly a substitute. Rennes are willing to let him leave to get more playing time elsewhere. Cremonese hope Faye’s skills and experience from strong academies will boost their defense in their fight to stay in Serie A.

WHAT NEXT FOR CREMONESE AND FAYE?

Cremonese started their Serie A season in impressive form with two wins from two matches. Cremonese finished second in Serie B, while their next opponent Hellas Verona struggled against relegation. Signing Faye and Vardy shows Cremonese want to compete, and both could play soon if paperwork is done. Their success depends on how quickly new players adapt and reinforce their squad in Italy’s top division.