 Ahead of his move to France, Ben Basat acknowledged that it would be difficult.The language barrier as well as there being difficulties adhering to his kosher diet in France were some of the hardships he cited, but signing together with Colombian Jhon Culma meant that he would have someone who be understanding of his situation.On 31 January 2013, Toulouse signed Ben Basat to a 4 and-a-half years deal from Brest for an undisclosed fee.