Nice are interested in former Real Madrid captain Marcelo.
The veteran wing-back was released by Real Madrid in June, but remains without a new club.
Foot Mercato says Nice have now come forward about Marcelo extending his career in France.
The approach has the full backing of coach Lucien Favre.
Marcelo left Real Madrid this summer after 15 years in Spain. He played 546 times for Los Blancos, scoring 38 goals and providing 103 assists.
