Juba Touabi, Media365, published on Monday November 4, 2024 at 7:45 p.m.
Olympique Lyonnais is currently looking for new talents to boost its squad during the winter transfer market.
After completing the arrival of Thiago Almada, the Lyon leaders are now interested in another Brazilian hopeful, Rayan Vitor, young right winger for Vasco da Gama. Aged 18, the player already shows a certain maturity with 29 matches played in the colors of his training club this season. OL recruiters are convinced by his attacking style of play and his ability to effectively occupy the right flank. According to information from media Globo, Lyon leaders have made a first offer of 14 million euros in order to convince the Brazilian club.
Another Brazilian talent approaches Lyon
A possible transfer of Rayan Vitor represents a significant investment for a young player. This amount includes the repayment of a debt of 2.4 million euros that Vasco owes to Botafogo, both owned by American investor John Textor, also boss of OL. In return, Vasco da Gama will be able to use the Nilton Santos Olympic stadium. This financial arrangement illustrates the complexity of transfers. However, an administrative obstacle slows down Vitor's arrival in Lyon: the limited number of extra-community players in the squad. With no free place in this category, the Lyon team is exploring several solutions.
A loan to Belgian club Molenbeek was offered, but refused by the player's camp, who prefers to play in a more competitive league. Another temporary loan to Botafogo is being considered, but could incur additional costs. The club could also free up a place by selling a non-EU player during the next transfer market. The possible arrival of Rayan Vitor in Lyon demonstrates the club's desire to rely on promising young talents to find their way back to success.
