Beaten in Brest (2-1) on Saturday during the 17th day of Ligue 1, Olympique Lyonnais has shown less certainty since the restart. Could the winter transfer window be the cause of this poor form? Former Gone Sidney Govou asks.
We could almost talk about a worrying victory against Montpellier (1-0). A week later, Olympique Lyonnais confirmed fears by losing in Brest. It must be believed that the winter break has not done any good for the Rhone team, which has been less convincing since the restart. Coach Pierre Sage had nevertheless attended reassuring training sessions during the week. According to him, his players absolutely have no minds elsewhere despite the current transfer window and the difficult context.
Textor trading in question
It's not the sensation of Sidney Govou who questions the consequences of owner John Textor's strategy. “ I ask myself the question: does the current situation of the club not weigh on the players? Last year, Pierre Sage carried the revolt, but it is an engine that works for a specific missioncommented the former Lyonnais in his column for Le Progrès. The goal is to qualify for the Champions League. But in the minds of the players, it's not the same if you know that you won't be there next season or in two weeks.. »
« They will never say it, but I think they are psychologically impacted, like all the people at the club.remarked the consultant. Caqueret's departure does something to me. After that of Antho (Lopes), we feel that the club is taking another turn. There is a new shareholder, a new way of thinking. I'm not sure training is one of his priorities. They are there to trade. » Here again, former president Jean-Michel Aulas certainly does not validate the plans of his American successor.
