Cedric Kipre future set to be confirmed after end of West Brom contract

The central defender enjoyed a stellar season back at The Hawthorns after spending the previous campaign out on loan at Cardiff City.

But he has now posted on Instagram to bid farewell to the Baggies, alongside some pictures of his best moments.

"Thank you WBA," he wrote. "As I say good bye to you all, I wanted to show my gratitude for the support you've shown me throughout my time here.

"It has been a journey filled with many ups and downs but I'm leaving with great memories.

"To my teammates, the staff to the club and to the fans, thanks for being a part of my journey and allowing me to make the best out of this opportunity."

Re-introduced to the side under Carlos Corberan, Kipre would become one of Albion's key players last season, playing 45 games across all competitions.

His performances saw him scoop the players' player and supporters' player of the year awards - but with his contract due to run out in June speculation linking him to a move away from Albion had already begun.

The club announced earlier this summer that the defender had been offered a new contract - while he was linked with a number of clubs across Europe.

Turkish side Trabzonspor were reportedly interested in signing the free agent - but now according to Sky Sports News, Kipre is set for a move back to France.

It has been reported that the Ligue 1 side have fought off fierce competition for his signature, with confirmation expected in the coming days.

The move will see Kipre return to the country where his career began, having spent a number of years in the academy at Paris St Germain.