Chelsea Starlet Gael Kakuta Drawing Interest from Olympique Marseille

Gael Kakuta is looking for regular first-team opportunities. He may return to his native France to set those opportunities in motion. The Daily Mirror is reporting that Olympique de Marseille are keen on bringing the French youngster into their squad.

Kakuta has seen himself out on loan with Fulham, Bolton and Dijon in an effort to make him a regular at Stamford Bridge. His road to those opportunities has gotten more crowded with the additions Chelsea made this summer. A loan spell for the season at Marseille would be beneficial to all parties.

Playing for Marseille will give Kakuta some top-flight experience. It will also allow Chelsea to see how much he is growing on the pitch against solid competition.

For Marseille, a loan deal for Kakuta will give them some insurance in their attack if Andre Ayew or Loic Remy finish their long-rumored exits (per Sky Sports and Metro). Even if Ayew and Remy are still in the fold, there will be opportunities in Marseille's attack for Kakuta.

His versatility will allow Coach Baup to play him on the wing or up top. Bringing in a talent like Kakuta could be a spark to the Marseille attack.

While L'OM fans have been frustrated with the lack of movement this summer, they also know about their club's financial difficulties. Marseille is in desperate need of some reinforcements at low prices. Taking Kakuta on loan could be a major addition at a bargain price.

A loan deal for Kakuta could lead to a permanent move later on, depending on how he fits and the situation at Chelsea. It is a move for which Marseille needs to consider pushing. It has the potential for a great return with very little risk.