Algeria forward Boudebouz joins Bastia

Algeria midfielder Ryad Boudebouz has joined Ligue 1 side Bastia on a three-year deal from Sochaux, the French clubs said on Monday.

"Bastia are happy to announce they have signed the Sochaux midfielder for a one million euros ($1.32 million) fee, plus incentives," the Corsica club said on their website (www.sc-bastia.net).

The 23-year-old attacking midfielder, who has 16 caps, has played 164 league games for Sochaux after coming through their youth academy.