Algerian international Juan Hegem, a player for Swiss club Young Boys, has entered the radar of Italian club Torino during the current summer transfer window.

The website Foot Mercato revealed that Torino's management has placed Hegem's name on the list of candidates to strengthen the left-back position, adding that the club's officials have started initial contacts with the player and several other names under consideration.

Hegem is considered one of the most prominent Algerian full-backs recently, having drawn attention with his performances for Young Boys, in addition to his participation with the Algerian national team.