RC Lens have announced that Abdukodir Khusanov will not take part in their match against Le Havre as he gears up for his big-money transfer to Manchester City. The Uzbek international's insane rise to fame is close to culminating in a blockbuster move to the reigning Premier League champions.

Manchester City are closing in on the signing of defender Abdukodir Khusanov after reaching an agreement with RC Lens, sources have told ESPN.

According to a report from Fabrice Hawkins from RMC Sport, Abdukodir Khusanov (20) has missed training with RC Lens today as an agreement for his departure to Manchester City draws closer. The