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Young Metz playmaker Miralem Pjanic claims he is set to move to Ligue 1 champions Lyon for a fee in the region of eight million euros.
The 18-year-old, who burst onto the scene last season, says he has ignored numerous overtures from abroad and is close to agreeing a five-year deal at the Stade Gerland.
"I had interest from abroad, notably from Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, Aston Villa and Fiorentina, but I wanted to stay in France," he told Le Progrès.
"And it was entirely logical to look at Lyon. I've made the right choice."
The Bosnian youngster was one of the revelations of last season, making 32 appearances for Metz and scoring four times.
And with that debut season now under his belt, he is ready to step up a level with the seven-time French champions.
"I'm not scared. Lyon have some great players. I know that I will progress alongside them.
"I am coming to a big club and I will do everything to stay there. I'm only 18-years-old. I need to gain experience and make progress in all areas, especially in terms of physique."
Pjanic will become OL's second signing of the summer, following the capture of goalkeeper Hugo Lloris.
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