Bournemouth are exploring a move for Nantes centre back Nathan Zeze as they prepare for the departure of Dean Huijsen.
Chelsea and Liverpool are particularly keen on Huijsen who has a £50million release clause.
Arsenal, Newcastle and Real Madrid have also posted interest.
Bournemouth have been busy looking for another defensive gem to potentially fill the void and have enquired about 6ft 3ins Zeze who has been capped by France at U21 level.
The 19-year old has attracted interest from clubs in Italy, such as Inter and Atalanta, plus Stuttgart in Germany as well as the Premier League with Crystal Palace also linked.