Kermit Erasmus has joined French Ligue 1 side, Stade Rennais FC

The French side confirmed the signing of the 25-year-old, who has signed a two-and-a-half year deal, joining from Orlando Pirates.

"Stade Rennais FC is pleased to announce the signing of Kermit Erasmus. The South African international striker 25 joined the Red and Black for 2 and a half years from the Orlando Pirates," the club said via their website.

The Siya crew previously reported that Erasmus had attracted interest from the Major League Soccer, however the striker has now made the switch to France.

Erasmus will now join fellow countryman Anele Ngcongca in the French Ligue 1, who plays for relegation-threatened FC Troyes.