A transfer window that would have changed everything! The OL striker, Alexandre Lacazette, almost joined OM. He went behind the scenes of this failed transfer.
Mercato OM: The reasons for Alexandre Lacazette's refusal
Alexandre Lacazette, after an enriching experience at Arsenal, made the choice of the heart by opting for a return to Olympique Lyonnais in the summer of 2022. This choice, far from being trivial, was made in the face of fierce competition many major European clubs. In a recent media interview Carréthe French striker revealed that he had been courted by giants such as Atlético de Madrid, Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain.
“When Paris comes, you see the figures, it obviously makes you want it, but I didn't really want to go to another French club and I wanted to taste another championship. And when you really think about it you say to yourself 'no, there's no point in going to Paris'”, he confided.
Even more surprising, Olympique de Marseille, its historic rival, had also come forward for his signature. However, Alexandre Lacazette categorically refused this approach from OM, motivated by his deep attachment to Lyon. “For OM, I decided in a few seconds”, he declared.
A return to Lyon motivated by the love of the jersey
This decision, taken in a few seconds, demonstrates the importance of the emotional factor in Alexandre Lacazette's career choice. The OL center forward thus preferred to prioritize his attachment to his training club rather than giving in to the sirens of the big European clubs or the lure of profit.
By opting to return to Lyon, the 33-year-old French striker not only pleased the Rhone supporters but he also demonstrated his loyalty to a club that saw him grow up.
