Jordan James isn't getting much game time at Rennes but he remains in the Welsh squad.
Manager Craig Bellamy has spoken about the Hereford born midfielder. He suggested that the move to France from Birmingham City was 'a smart move'.
"I’ve had little conversations with JJ (Jordan James)," said Bellamy as reported by the Birmingham Mail.
"It’s always difficult for a kid or anyone who moves to a different country. It was the same with myself (in Belgium) the first couple of months.
"You’re picking up the language, but it’s just a different way of doing things. Even simple things like the food.
"JJ is in that period where he’s still a young kid. But he’s at a really good football club that develops young players and progresses them and I see it as a smart move.
"I know JJ’s not getting game time right now, but in his future development this will be a really good period for him. I believe it will accelerate him and he’s going to be a beneficial player for Wales for a number of years."