Report: Valencia want Florian Thauvin

Valencia have reportedly joined the race for Marseille's highly-rated midfielder Florian Thauvin.

The 22-year-old, who has scored five times in 32 league appearances for his French club this season, is widely regarded as one of the best young talents in European football.

Tottenham Hotspur have recently been linked with a move, but according to le10sport.com, Valencia are confident of enticing Thauvin to Spain, should they qualify for next season's Champions League.

The former France Under-21 international, who usually operates on the left, joined Marseille from Bastia in 2011.