Transfer latest: Barnsley complete capture of 22-year-old French defender

Cavare has penned a two-year contract at Oakwell with a additional year extension at the discretion of Barnsley, subject to international clearance.

The 22-year-old, a product of the RC Lens academy, had been identified as one of new Reds chief executive Gauthier Ganaye's top targets this summer.

Cavare, a former French U20 international, played for the Reds against Huddersfield Town whilst on trial in pre-season.

His arrival will act as a replacement for star right-back Andy Yiadom who looks set to leave Oakwell despite failing a medical at Huddersfield over the weekend.

Paul Heckingbottom said: “This is a fantastic deal for the club and I am delighted have to secured the services of Dimitri.

“Everything I have seen of him has really impressed me, as well as many other clubs around Europe.

“He's listened to everything we’ve had to say and fully believes in our project here.

“Gauthier brought Dimitri to my attention and once we knew there was a chance of him joining us, it was a no-brainer.

“He’s come from abroad so we will integrate him into the club and the local area, I look forward to working with him.”