Lazio centre back Michael Ciani is linked with a return to Ligue 1 as Lens emerge as front-runners for his signature.
The 30-year-old has been linked with a move away from the Biancocelesti following the arrival of Dutchman Stefan deVrij, and could himself back in France.
Le10sport reports that Lens are looking for an experienced central defender, having made a return to the first division after spending three years in Ligue 2.
In two seasons in Rome, Ciani has recorded one goal in 34 appearances for Le Aquile.
