Even if John Textor wanted to reassure the players of Olympique Lyonnais about the economic situation of the Rhone club, there is no doubt that serenity should not be in the minds of Pierre Sage's men. Indeed, the American businessman is no stranger to publicity effects.
In any case one thing is certain, the pressure has already been put on the undesirables in view of the winter transfer window. At least six to seven Lyon players were asked to find a new club in January. Among these players is Gift Orban.
No longer really part of Pierre Sage's plans, the Nigerian striker who is clearly not at the expected level, is pushed towards the exit. While last summer he was convinced of being able to establish himself as a starter at OL, Gift Orban is now aware that he will have to pack up to get more playing time.
It is therefore in this context that two Turkish teams have positioned themselves to welcome the former La Gantoise player. Indeed, Trabzonspor and Galatasaray are interested in Orban. However, the Istanbul club would not make it a priority. Proof of this is that a former Olympique Lyonnais player was also questioned.
According to Todofijaches, Galatasaray has expressed a strong interest in Moussa Dembélé, the French striker who currently plays for Al-Ettifaq in Saudi Arabia. Since Mauro Icardi's serious injury, Galatasaray has been looking for a center forward to compensate for this long absence. Dembélé, aged 28, appears to be at the top of the Istanbul club's shortlist.
Concerning Trabzonspor, a dry transfer is ruled out. We are talking more about a loan with an option to purchase. An OA which would oscillate between 8 and 13 million euros depending on the sources. And for now, we can be sure that the Turkish team will try to take advantage of OL's delicate financial situation to negotiate a big discount.
