N'Golo Kante in line for European return with two clubs offered chance to sign France hero

N’Golo Kante could secure a move back to Europe after Al Ittihad opened the door to his departure.

The 34-year-old will not be retained by the Saudi Pro League club for the forthcoming season with suitors already showing interest.

According to French outlet L’Equipe, Kante could be offered an escape route back to European football with French top-flight clubs Monaco and Paris FC, who have both been offered his services .

Saudi outfit Al Qadsiah are also interested in Kante but a move back to his homeland could prove favourable for the midfielder.

Kante has spent the last two seasons in Saudi Arabia following a successful spell in English football with Leicester City and Chelsea .

The World Cup winner played a key role in Leicester’s miraculous Premier League title success in 2