Toulouse have made a formal approach to Motherwell over Danish manager Jens Berthel Askou, who steered the Lanarkshire club to a fourth-placed finish in the Scottish Premiership. A 1-0 win at Hibernian last Saturday secured European football for Motherwell, while Toulouse ended their Ligue 1 season in 10th after beating Lyon, bringing an end to Carles Martinez Novell's three-year tenure.

Fir Park sources told BBC Scotland that negotiations remain ongoing but nothing has been agreed. Askou has earned widespread praise since arriving last summer for implementing what many call the most attractive football in Scotland. His side broke defensive club records while maintaining their brave, attacking style throughout the campaign.

Askou's success has attracted attention from across Europe. Motherwell secured European qualification for the first time in years, finishing fourth after last Saturday's win at Hibernian. Toulouse's interest signals they see real potential in the Danish coach's approach despite their modest league position.