Olympique Lyonnais has activated its network abroad in order to add a new reinforcement to strengthen its attack line, despite the urgency of having to sell to balance its finances. And in the final moments of this summer transfer window, the Rhone decision-makers have targeted Wilfried Zaha.
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Having spent time at Manchester United before enjoying a decade at Crystal Palace, the 31-year-old striker opted for a challenge in Turkey by joining Galatasaray last summer. There, the Ivorian international (30 caps) took part in 43 matches for a total of ten goals and five assists while winning the Süper Lig (Turkish D1) with Okan Buruk’s team.
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Although tied to the Cimbom until June 2026, Wilfried Zaha was approached by Leicester City, who considered repatriating him for a while. Finally, the main person concerned gave his agreement to join the capital of Gaul. This Friday, OL confirmed his arrival. “Olympique Lyonnais informs of the arrival in the form of a paid loan for one season, of the Ivorian international striker Wilfried Zaha, from Galatasaray, for an amount of €3M”the press release states.
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Playing mainly on the wings, the 31-year-old is capable of playing in the centre. By arriving at OL, he will bring his experience to a Lyon team that greatly needs it and whose leaders, like Alexandre Lacazette, are struggling to respond at the moment. Note that Galatasaray will take almost the entirety of the player’s salary. At the same time, this arrival of Wilfried Zaha should facilitate the departure of Ernest Nuamah, valued at 30 million euros and highly sought after in England, notably by Everton and Nottingham Forest.
Pub. the 30/08/2024 23:35
Updated on 31/08/2024 00:05
