Following lengthy negotiations and final medical checks, Lucas Michal has completed a transfer to Metz from Monaco. The forward is now fully registered and eligible for selection for his new team. It's a statement signing for Metz, who have moved quickly to finalise the deal ahead of the close of the window, with fans salivating at the thought of seeing their new signing in a Metz shirt. Metz have now officially completed the signing of Lucas Michal, despite lingering interest from Brest. All steps, from final paperwork to international clearance, have been resolved. The club closed the door on a move that had generated widespread speculation. Metz's 25/26 output of 1.05 goals per game is behind league levels. The addition of Lucas Michal would give them the sharper edge they're missing in front of goal. Monaco have recently been linked with Othmane Maamma, Simon Adingra and Tijjani Noslin while Metz have had no rumoured targets. Want to see how the story develops? Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for more news and transfer rumours just like this one.