Marseille snap up Lucas

Stepping stone
"It's an important step in my career," the 20-year-old said. The Spaniard never played for Rayo's first team but was a regular for the reserves. He joins compatriot Sergio Contreras 'Koke' among Marseille's attacking options. "I received other offers but Marseille's was the one that seemed most suitable for both parties," said Lucas.

Sleeping giants
The French giants began their Intertoto Cup campaign with a 3-2 win at Swiss club BSC Young Boys following a disappointing fifth-place finish in Ligue 1. Lucas is the seventh signing of a busy summer for the Mediterranean side, who have also brought in Mamadou Niang, Sabri Lamouchi, André Luís, Andrés Mendoza, Wilson Oruma and Franck Ribéry as well as coach Jean Fernandez.