Doku, the French midfielder who has been linked with a move away from Rennes in recent months, has signed a new contract with the club until 2024, adding €70 million to his release clause.
The news comes as a relief for Rennes fans, who have long been concerned about the future of their star player. Doku has been one of the standout performers for Rennes this season, helping the team to a strong finish to the Ligue 1 campaign and earning himself a call-up to France's national team.
But despite his impressive form, Doku has struggled to find regular first-team football at Rennes, with the club reluctant to pay his €15 million release clause. The addition of the €70 million clause will give Rennes more flexibility in negotiations with potential suitors, while also providing some financial security for Doku himself.
The news is likely to be welcomed by other clubs looking to sign Doku on loan or permanently, but it remains to be seen whether he will leave Rennes altogether. With so much uncertainty surrounding his future, it seems that Doku will have to wait and see what happens before making any decisions.