A significant loss conceded in January?

Olympique Lyonnais is going through a delicate financial period and will have to part with certain players during the winter transfer window. In this tense context, Nemanja Maticthe 36-year-old Serbian midfielder, is attracting the interest of the Fiorentina. A sale which, although modest, could bring in more than 2 million euros to the Lyon cash registers.

An ideal profile for Fiorentina?

Currently 4th in Serie A, Fiorentina sees Nemanja Matic the ideal replacement forEdoardo Boverecently suffered a heart attack. The experience of the Serb, notably through Manchester Unitedseduced the Florentine leaders who placed him at the top of their list. Despite his advanced age, Matic could bring his calm and leadership to the Viola midfield.

A difficult choice for Lyon

On the Lyon side, the decision promises to be delicate. If Pierre Sage is counting on Matic, it is clear that the Serb sometimes struggles to keep up with the frantic pace of the matches, like against PSG on Sunday. However, missing out on an experienced player like him could weaken an already fragile midfield. OL will have to weigh the pros and cons before deciding.

A turbulent transfer window in perspective

At any rate, the big maneuvers begin two weeks before the opening of the winter transfer window. And OL, given its financial problems, will inevitably be at the heart of the negotiations. Besides Matic, other departures are expected to replenish the funds. A turbulent winter is looming in Lyon, where sporting choices will be inextricably linked to economic imperatives.